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Copper Tools

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Copper models from the tomb of King Khasekemwi at Abydos. Many copper objects were found in the tomb of this last king of the 2nd Dynasty. They include harpoon heads, chisels, knives and small bowls. Most were made as funerary equipment and were not intended for practical use.

Present location

LIVERPOOL MUSEUM [03/061] LIVERPOOL

Inventory number

14.10.01.50

Dating

2ND DYNASTY

Archaeological Site

ABYDOS

Category

CARPENTERS & SCULPTORS TOOLS

Material

COPPER

Technique

CASTING; CHISSELED; HAMMERING

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