Finger Ring Inscribed with the Cartouches of Hatshepsut and Thutmose III

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ca. 1479–1458 B.C. · Green jasper, gold · Egyptian Art

This square-cut jasper ring, is inscribed with the cartouches of Thutmose III (at left) and Hatshepsut (at right). The inscription on its reverse reads "The First Prophet of Horus of Nekhen, Tjeni," suggesting that it may actually have been used as a working seal.

Artist

Unknown

Date

ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Medium

Green jasper, gold

Department

Egyptian Art

Credit line

Gift of Mrs. Frederick F. Thompson, 1915