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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 1915.34.59
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Location
Not on view
Print
A flint sickle blade is oriented horizontally, its slender body tapering like a fang to a point. Translucent honey and tan hues marble the lower half, culminating in a finely serrated, glassy edge. The upper portion is encrusted with thick, textured mineral deposits resembling weathered bark. The stone transitions from a smooth finish below to a gritty, prehistoric crust above, ending at a blunt, flat edge on the left.

Sickle Blade

1980–1801 BCE

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

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