Shell Necklace

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Shell Necklace
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Shell Necklace

Maker
DatePredynastic
GeographyDayr al Baḩrī, Sūhāj, Egypt, Africa
MediumShell (cowrie)
Dimensionsoverall (approx.): 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm)
ClassificationDECORATIVE ARTS
Credit LineGift of the Egypt Exploration Fund
Object number1911.101
Status
Not on view
Vessel
Fon
Vessel
20th century
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