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Knife
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4–5
2575–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza
Medium/Technique
Flint
Dimensions
Overall: 15.5 x 0.5 cm (6 1/8 x 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number12.1355
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsTools and equipment – Knives, blades, scrapers
DescriptionTan flint. Part of handle and point broken, abraded blade, marked 'GT 2200 Street.'
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G 2200 / street. 1912: Excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.