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Scarab of Thutmosis III
  • CollectionEgypt
  • Research projectsGlypcol
  • Inventory numberE.05701.5
    • Object nameStamp seal
  • TitleScarab of Thutmosis III
  • CultureEgyptian
    • GeographyPlace of discovery:SanamGeographical Reference > Africa > North Africa > Sudan > Ash-Shamaliyah
    Place of production:EgyptGeographical Reference > Africa > North Africa
  • Date747 BC - 525 BC
  • PeriodSait Period(Egypt > Late Period)
    • MaterialSteatite (mineral)Material > Stone > Mineral
    TechniqueGlazeTechnique > Ceramics (techniques) > Decoration and finishing
  • DimensionsH x La x P: 1,4 cm, 1 cm, 0,6 cm
  • OwnerMusées royaux d'art et d'histoire / Koninklijke Musea voor Kunst en Geschiedenis
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The base of this scarab displays the throne name of Thutmosis III, “mn-khpr-r”, in a cartouche flanked by two ostrich feathers (maat) and two “nfr” signs (‘good, beautiful’). Below, the “nb” basket and above a winged solar disk.

Excavation: Griffith 1913-1914