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Gaming die
Egyptian
Roman Imperial Period
30 B.C.–A.D. 364
Findspot: Sinai, Egypt
Medium/Technique
Ivory
Dimensions
Height x width: 0.7 x 1.3 cm (1/4 x 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Egypt Exploration Fund by subscription
Accession Number05.122
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Recreational
DescriptionThis is one of nine ivory dice of various sizes from a game. The numbers on each face are indicated by incised circles with central dots. The ivory shows some abrasion and discoloration.
For the complete group see objects 05.115-05.123.
For the complete group see objects 05.115-05.123.
ProvenanceFrom Sinai. 1905: Egypt Exploration Fund Collection; given by the Egypt Exploration Fund to the MFA. (Accession Date: October 1, 1905)