Glass Fragment

11th century

Not on view

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Title: Glass Fragment
Date: 11th century
Geography: Found/excavated Egypt, Fustat
Medium: Glass; stained, marvered with gold inclusions
Dimensions: Ht. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
W. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm)
D. 1 in. (2.5 cm)
Wt. 0.2 oz. (5.7 g)
Classification: Glass
Credit Line: Purchase, V. Everit Macy Gift, 1930
Object Number: 30.112.22
Curatorial Department: Islamic Art

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