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Steatite scarab: E.46.1913

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Current Location: In storage

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Steatite scarab

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Description

Steatite scarab, the base is decorated with three symbols that are roughly carved and difficult to determine. It is possible that the central figure is a uraeus (rearing cobra) that offers protection. The scarab is pierced lengthways through the centre.

Measurements and weight

Length: 0.008 m

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Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1913) by British School of Archaeology in Egypt

Materials used in production

Steatite

Techniques used in production

Carved

Identification numbers

Accession number: E.46.1913
Primary reference Number: 51597
Oldadmincategory: SC
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Tuesday 25 February 2020 Last processed: Tuesday 12 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

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

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