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Diadem
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5
2465–2323 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, Giza Pit G 7143 B, chamber, at place of head in
Medium/Technique
Gilded copper, gold, carnelian
Dimensions
Diameter: 18.5 cm (7 5/16 in.).
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number37.606a
CollectionsJewelry, Ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment – Diadems
DescriptionDiadem of gilded copper bearing three attached ornaments representing papyri, 3h -birds and 3h -signs in copper covered with gold leaf, gesso, and paint.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, pit G 7143 B, chamber, at place of head in wooden coffin; 1927:excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; awarded to the MFA by the Egyptian government.