Glazed steatite scarab
Glazed steatite scarab, inscribed on the base with name of Menkheperre and an image of a seated figure in fthe form of the King wearing the crown of Lower Egypt. At the top of the scarab is the horizon sign. The scarab is pierced lengthways through the centre.
Length: 0.017 m
Method of acquisition: Given (1920) by Thompson, H., Sir
Accession number: E.35.1920
Primary reference Number: 51879
Oldadmincategory: SC
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Antiquities
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