Egyptian Artca. 1479–1458 B.C.Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using steatite (glazed), silver measuring Ring: w. 2.4 cm (15/16 in); l. with setting 2.7 cm (1 1/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite (glazed), silver |
| Dimensions | Ring: w. 2.4 cm (15/16 in); l. with setting 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in); h. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) Scarab: l. 1.4 cm (9/16 in); w. 1.2 cm (1/2 in); th. 0.7 cm (1/4 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 1479–1458 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.
Geography
Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut"?
Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" created?
Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..
What material is Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" made from?
Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" is crafted from steatite (glazed), silver.
Where does Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" originate?
Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" originates from Egypt.
Is Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" in the public domain?
Scarab Finger Ring Inscribed "God's Wife Hatshepsut" is in the public domain and can be freely used.