Archaeological mission discovers first Middle Kingdom tomb in South Asasif Necropolis
The excavation revealed a wealth of unique jewelry in the female burials, including necklaces, bracelets, chains, rings, and belts made from red agate, blue and green glazed ceramics, and faience.
Mummified cat, Egypt, Beni Hassen, Middle Kingdom, 2040-1782 BC, site of Khnumhotep II, linen and pigments. Fitchburg Art Museum.(photo credit: Daderot is marked with CC0 1.0. Via Wikimedia Commons. )ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
