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Scarab Seal with Throne Name Menkheperre

Place of OriginEgypt
Date19th Dynasty (1292–1189 BCE)
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).
Seal with Throne Name Menkheperre
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