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Steatite scarab
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.
Length: 0.008 m
Method of acquisition: Given (1913) by British School of Archaeology in Egypt
Accession number: E.46.1913
Primary reference Number: 51597
Oldadmincategory: SC
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Antiquities
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The Fitzwilliam Museum (2024) "Steatite scarab" Web page available at: https://collection.beta.fitz.ms/id/object/51597 Accessed: 2024-12-27 10:16:21
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