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The Semna dispatches. Egypt, 12th Dynasty, reign of Amenemhat III, from Thebes, 1854-1808 BCE. The texts, are detailed administrative records, probably originating mainly from the fort of Semna on the southern border. They record the arrival and departure of various groups of Nubians, and include the reports of various surveillance parties who were tracking in the desert. 16.5 x 21.5 cm. Inv. EA 10753.

Location British Museum/London/Great Britain

Unique Identifier ART307766

Type Image

Purpose Public

Size 3872px × 2000px

Photo Credit © The Trustees of the British Museum / Art Resource, NY

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12th dynasty (1991-1786 BCE)

19th century BCE

Amenemhat III (r.1842-1797 BCE)

Document (Manuscripts)