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String of beads and scarabs

Egyptian
Middle Kingdom
1980–1630 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Mesheikh, Tomb 137

Medium/Technique Carnelian
Dimensions Length: 44 cm
Credit Line Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1248
NOT ON VIEW

DescriptionThe amulets of this carnelian necklace include two scarabs and a crouching lion.
ProvenanceFrom Mesheikh, tomb 137. December 5, 1912: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; 1912: assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.