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Amulet

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Collection Type

  • Relics and souvenirs

Date

664 BC to 525 BC

GUSN

GUSN-33232

Description

Egyptian faience amulet depicting Khnum, a deity related to the origin of the Nile River.

Details

Descriptive Terms

amulets
faience (earthenware)
Symbol, Spiritual
Charm
Amulet
Stone
Amulet

Maker

Unknown

Dimensions

1 1/4 (H) (inches)

Credit Line

Gift of Miss Susan Smith

Accession Number

1930.317D

Date

664 BC to 525 BC (estimated)

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