Weight: 1 1/4 deben
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1981–1640 B.C.

Weight: 1 1/4 deben is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 12–13) created in ca. 1981–1640 B.C. using travertine (egyptian alabaster) measuring h. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); w. 2.5 cm (1 in); d. 1.8 cm (11/16 in)… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumTravertine (Egyptian alabaster)
Dimensionsh. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); w. 2.5 cm (1 in); d. 1.8 cm (11/16 in); weight 20.94 g
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
Dateca. 1981–1640 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Middle Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 12–13 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1981 BC – 1640 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Weight: 1 1/4 deben?

Weight: 1 1/4 deben is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Weight: 1 1/4 deben created?

Weight: 1 1/4 deben dates to ca. 1981–1640 B.C..

What material is Weight: 1 1/4 deben made from?

Weight: 1 1/4 deben is crafted from travertine (egyptian alabaster).

Where does Weight: 1 1/4 deben originate?

Weight: 1 1/4 deben originates from Egypt.

Is Weight: 1 1/4 deben in the public domain?

Weight: 1 1/4 deben 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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