String of tubular beads, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, ca. 2381–2323 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Saqqara, Tomb of Perneb, floor

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String of tubular beads, Old Kingdom, Dynasty 5, ca. 2381–2323 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Saqqara, Tomb of Perneb, floor of burial chamber, 1913–14, Faience, L. cm (18 1/16 in.) as strung, The beads in this strand were found scattered on the floor of Perneb's burial chamber which had been looted in ancient times. They may represent the remnants of a faience broad collar necklace, a type of jewelry with a long history in ancient Egypt

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Size: 4471px × 4471px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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