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Knife
Egyptian
Predynastic Period
Naqada I–III, 3850–2960 B.C.
Medium/Technique
Flint
Dimensions
Width x length: 3 x 10 cm (1 3/16 x 3 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Emily Esther Sears Fund
Accession Number03.1385
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Knives, blades, scrapers
DescriptionThis knife of flint of mottled dark brown and beige color is approximately lenticular in shape and bifacially retouched. One edge is finely serrated.
ProvenanceSaid to be from Sheikh Ali (Abadiya). 1903: purchased in Qena, Egypt from Ghirgas by Albert M. Lythgoe for the MFA as part of a group (03.1383-03.1387) for £6. Acquired with funds from the Emily Esther Sears Fund. (Accession date: January 1, 1903)