Amulet: Mold of God Bes

Date2nd century-6th century C.E.

Place createdAntinoe, Egypt, Africa

Mediumterracotta

Dimensions1 3/4 × 1 1/4 in. (4.4 × 3.2 cm)

ClassificationsJewelry and Adornment

DepartmentSouth Asian Art, Islamic Art and Antiquities

Credit LineGift of the Egypt Exploration Society

Accession Number1914.576

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