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Faience scarab: E.30.1904

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Faience scarab

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Description

Faience scarab inscribed on the base with two crocodiles. The crocodiles are possibly a reference to the god Sobek. Crocodiles were also believed to offer protection in Ancient Egypt. The scarab is pierced lengthways.

Measurements and weight

Length: 0.025 m

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1904) by McClean, Frank

Materials used in production

Faïence

Techniques used in production

Mouldmade

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Identification numbers

Accession number: E.30.1904
Primary reference Number: 50855
Oldadmincategory: SC

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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 18 July 2025

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Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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