Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 2030–1640 B.C.

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 2030–1640 B.C. using amethyst, carnelian, garnet, faience, glazed steatite measuring L. 33 cm (13 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumAmethyst, carnelian, garnet, faience, glazed steatite
DimensionsL. 33 cm (13 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1919
Dateca. 2030–1640 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period. The estimated date range is 2030 BC – 1640 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant?

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant created?

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant dates to ca. 2030–1640 B.C..

What material is Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant made from?

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant is crafted from amethyst, carnelian, garnet, faience, glazed steatite.

Where does Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant originate?

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant originates from Egypt.

Is Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant in the public domain?

Necklace of 1 amulet, 1 cylinder, 6 spherical beads, and 1 drop pendant is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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