Headrest Amulet

Medium: Hematite

Geograhical Locations:

• Egypt

Dates:332–30 B.C.E.

Dimensions: 5/8 x 15/16 x 3/8 in. (1.6 x 2.5 x 0.9 cm)

Collections:

• Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Accession Number: 37.1179E

Image: CUR.37.1179E_view01.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Dark brown hematite amulet in the form of a headrest. The headrest is crescent-shaped with a rectangular plinth. Condition: Small chips; otherwise good.

Brooklyn Museum