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Labels from Tomb U-j

These labels are some of the earliest known hieroglyphic writing.

From Tomb U-j, Abydos.

Predynastic Period, Naqada III, c. 3100-2900 BCE.

Figure of a Falcon

Two Black-topped Red Ware Vessels With a Model Vessel (left)

Small Black-topped Red Ware Vessel

Fragment of an Ivory Label

Pear Shaped Macehead

Limestone Lug Handled Jar

Vase with Painted String Decoration

D-Ware Pot Decorated with Two Boats, With Gazelles in the Boat

Ivory Figurines

Rectangular Palette with Rubbing Stone

Pottery Sherd with Serekh

Labels from Tomb U-j

Obsidian Fishtail Blade

Terracotta Figure of a Lion

Figure of a Scorpion

Amulet in the Shape of a Bull's Head

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