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Sistrum

Bronze arched sistrum; plain mis-shapen rod handle, disc with horns and feathers in relief in front of arch, four circular perforations on either side of arch for rods which still remain looped at the ends, arch has turned back flattened rim; bust of Horus the Child on top of arch in Roman style, cloak over left shoulder, side lock over right ear, small double crown on shaven head. Conserved

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    Petrie Museum
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  • Repository:Petrie Museum
  • Measurements:height: 23.2 cms. width: 2.4 cms. thickness: 2.8 cms