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amulet
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amulet

Object NameBaboon Amulet
Made FromGlass
Date600-201 BCE
Place MadeEgypt
Techniquecast
SizeOverall L: 3.9 cm
Accession Number56.1.48
Curatorial Area(s)
Not On View
Physical DescriptionTranslucent turbid grey-blue glass and amethyst (?) glass appearing black, dull surface with thin iridescent film; cast. Baboon walking to right with arms raised in adoration.
Provenance
Source John G. Ross - 1956