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CROWN OF QUEEN KHNEMIT
De Morgan lifting the golden crown from the mummy of Queen Khnemit at Dahshur Date: 1896
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1896 Dahshur Excavation Lifting Morgan Mummies Mummy Tomb
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of discovery as British archaeologist Flinders Petrie and his assistant, Gertrude Bell, carefully lift the gilded crown from the mummy of Queen Khnemit, unearthed during their groundbreaking excavation at the Royal Necropolis of Dahshur in Egypt in 1896. Queen Khnemit, a noblewoman of the Fifth Dynasty, was buried in a mastaba tomb, one of the many that once adorned the ancient necropolis. The intricately designed golden crown, adorned with precious stones and intricate hieroglyphics, is a testament to the wealth and power of the queen during her reign. Flinders Petrie, a pioneering figure in Egyptian archaeology, was known for his meticulous excavation techniques and commitment to preserving ancient artifacts. Assisted by Gertrude Bell, an accomplished archaeologist and linguist in her own right, they worked tirelessly to uncover the secrets of this ancient civilization. The discovery of Queen Khnemit's tomb and her magnificent crown added significantly to the growing body of knowledge about Egypt's rich history. The photograph, taken by the renowned photographer and archaeologist, Frederick C. De Morgan, captures the sense of awe and wonder that accompanied such discoveries during this era of exploration and discovery. The image has become an iconic representation of the excitement and importance of archaeological discoveries in Egypt and beyond.
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