Magic knife fragments, Middle Kingdom, mid to late dynasty 13, ca. 1750–1640 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, S

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Magic knife fragments, Middle Kingdom, mid to late dynasty 13, ca. 1750–1640 , From Egypt, Memphite Region, Lisht North, S of Tomb of Senimeru (470) below House A2:1,south cemetery, Pit 466, 1913–14, Ivory, a): L. × W. × Th. cm (3 11/16 × 1 5/8 × 3/8 in.); b): L. × W. × Th. cm (1 3/8 × 2 1/8 × 3/8 in.); c): L. × W. × Th. cm (2 1/16 × 1 13/16 × 1/4 in.), Magical wands are typically found in Middle Kingdom burials. Many are decorated with incised figures of protective demons and deities, and inscriptions refer to the protection of children. Some show traces of wear on the tips

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