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Plumb bob
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4
2575–2467 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 4340 A, Chamber floor
Medium/Technique
Limestone
Dimensions
Overall: 9.9 x 7.3 cm (3 7/8 x 2 7/8 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number13.5587
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsTools and equipment
DescriptionA cone-shaped plumb bob; a small hole present for passing string through it for suspension.
ProvenanceFrom Giza, G4340A, Chamber floor. 1913: excavated by the Harvard University-Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA by the government of Egypt.