Scarab Seal with Throne Name Menkheperre

Place of OriginEgypt

DateNot earlier than 19th Dynasty

DimensionsH: 1 3/8 in. (3.4 cm); W: 1 in. (2.5 cm); Depth: 1/2 in. (1.3 cm)

MediumSteatite, glazed.

ClassificationUtilitarian Objects

Credit LineGift of Henry W. Wilhelm

Object number

1927.59

Not on View

DescriptionThe seal’s design features a horse, a cartouche, and a baboon in a gesture of adoration. On the scarab-shaped reverse, the back is rendered naturalistically, with two lines separating the elytra (wing covers). The seal is pierced lengthwise for suspension or attachment. The original glaze has faded, appearing light brown on the upper surface and whitish on the underside.

Label TextThe seal is incised with the cartouche of Menkheperre (the throne name of Pharaohs Thutmose III, Ini, and Necho I).