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4. Two Fingers Amulet
This amulet is usually found near the embalming incision on the mummy. Scholars think that it represents the two fingers of the embalmer and was supposed to protect the embalming incision.
Egypt, Late Period
ca. 712 - 332 B.C.

"Two Fingers Amulet"
Slate, h: 2.5"; w: 1"
Funded by John A. Manget, 1921.75
Collection of the Michael C. Carlos Museum

ODYSSEY HOME NEAR EAST Egypt GREECE ROME


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