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Seal Amulet

2300–2124 BCE

Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasties 5–6

Medium
bone
Measurements
Diameter: 2.4 cm (15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the John Huntington Art and Polytechnic Trust 1914.682
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Not on view
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A bone carving of a circular seal features a central, symmetrical design of deep engravings. In the middle, a trapezoidal shape contains horizontal grooves. Flanking this on our left and right are elongated, curved forms that arch toward the center. A wide horizontal base anchors the bottom. The aged material is a warm cream color with dark gray pitting and a smooth, polished rim.

Seal Amulet

2300–2124 BCE

Egypt, Old Kingdom (2647–2124 BCE), Dynasties 5–6

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