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Sickle Blade

1980–1801 BCE

Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12

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Medium
flint
Measurements
Overall: 5 cm (1 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of the British School of Archaeology in Egypt 1915.34.49
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A flint sickle blade chipped into an elongated organic shape features translucent, honey-brown marbling. The narrow tool tapers from a blunt, rectangular end on the left into a sharp point on the right, resembling a curved talon. A raised ridge runs horizontally, separating the thicker upper back from a thin, sharp lower edge. Visible ripples and flaked indentations across the surface highlight the craftsmanship used to shape the curved stone blade.

Sickle Blade

1980–1801 BCE

Egypt, Middle Kingdom (2040–1648 BCE), Dynasty 12

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