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Third Intermediate Period
The underside of this scarab shows a falcon with flagellum, standing in front of a vertical stroke. Below is the hieroglyph for protection. The combination summons the protection of the falcon god, Horus.
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Title: Scarab Inscribed with Hieroglyphs
Period: Third Intermediate Period
Date: ca. 1070–664 B.C.
Geography: From Egypt
Medium: Glazed steatite
Dimensions: L. 1.7 cm (5/8 in.)
Credit Line: Purchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Accession Number: 26.7.414
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