Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art|ca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1550–1525 B.C. using steatite measuring l. 1.3 cm (1/2 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite
Dimensionsl. 1.3 cm (1/2 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Darius Ogden Mills, 1904
Dateca. 1550–1525 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose?

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose created?

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose dates to ca. 1550–1525 B.C..

What material is Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose made from?

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose is crafted from steatite.

Where does Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose originate?

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose in the public domain?

Scarab Inscribed with the Throne Name of Ahmose is in the public domain and can be freely used.

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

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