Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1850–1750 B.C.

Artwork Details

TitleScarab Finger Ring
MediumLapis lazuli scarab set in gold plate and on a gold wire ring Lapis-lazuli
Dimensionsdiam. 2.5 cm (1 in); scarab: l. 1.8 cm (11/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Dateca. 1850–1750 B.C.
Credit LinePurchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

DynastyDynasty 12–13
PeriodMiddle Kingdom
Date Range1850 BC

Provenance

RegionMemphite Region
CountryEgypt

From the Dynasty 12–13 era