Ancient Egyptian hair pins from Hawara Antinoe dated 1550 – 1295 BC

One of thirteen bone or ivory hair pins.

Lozenge shaped head, with diagonal incised lines, point at top. Has a green tinge. Small dark brown patch on shaft.

Ancient Egyptian hair pins from Hawara Antinoe dated 1550 – 1295 BC

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:AW167.6
  • Material: bone ivory
  • Culture: Dynasty 18
  • Period: New Kingdom
  • Dated: 1550 - 1295 BC
  • Object name: hair pins
  • Dimensions: Length: 108mm , Width: 4mm , Depth: 4mm