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Piriform mace head
Egyptian
Predynastic–Early Dynastic Period, Naqada II–Dyn. 1
2960–2770 B.C., or earlier
Findspot: Egypt, Hierakonpolis
Medium/Technique
Travertine (Egyptian alabaster) or limestone?
Dimensions
Height x diameter: 7 x 6 cm (2 3/4 x 2 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Egyptian Research Account by subscription
Accession Number98.1020
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsWarfare, hunting, fishing – Axes, maces, clubs
DescriptionCylindrical, hole in center. Bulbous shape. Encrusted with calcium deposit? One side eroded on the surface.
ProvenanceFrom Hierakonpolis, 453 (?). 1898: Excavated by J. E. Quibell for the Egyptian Research Account, given to the MFA by the Egyptian Research Account.
(Accession date: November 1, 1898)
** Number on object looks like 543**
(Accession date: November 1, 1898)
** Number on object looks like 543**