44 (j) Gold bezel from a ring 24
This consisted of a hollow plate which had been set into a hollow with pin
attachment. There were also remains of glue, red in colour.
Max L of object 2.8: W. 1.3.
To upper part of the plate there were attached a group of erect figures in
gold. Consisted of - a figure of Re, seated on throne, holding ankh in
right hand, & uas sceptre(?) in left: before him kneeling worshipper,
flanked by two standing cynocephali: kneeling figure had arms outstretched,
palm upwards towards Re, cynocephali had arms raised in ordinary position
of adoration: behind Re crowned vulture, and at other end, facing, hawk
with sun disk: these two stretched out their wings on either side to
enclose whole group.
Treatment Washed with water. Cementing material underneath tested & found
to be resin.
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