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Roman Period
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Small pendants are found on jewelry, and Bes was particularly popular in the Roman Period.
The figure has a second loop below its feet, so potentially another pendant could be attached.
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Title: Braided chain with intricate openwork medallion at the clasp and a gold Bes pendant
Period: Roman Period
Date: A.D. 2nd century
Geography: From Egypt
Medium: gold
Dimensions: Approximate L of chain: 44 cm (16 1/2 in.)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness, 1940
Object Number: 40.9.12
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