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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 1915.34.77
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Location
Not on view
Print
A muted tan flint blade tapers from a blunt left base and extends to a narrowed point on the right. The top edge rises to a central triangular peak, while the bottom edge is relatively straight. The implement's surface displays light brown variations and angular scars from stone flaking. Both long edges are roughly chipped and jagged, resulting in an uneven silhouette that highlights its hand-crafted, prehistoric construction.

Sickle Blade

1980–1801 BCE

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

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