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Ancient Egyptian head cones: Mysterious headgear that could be related to sensuality and fertility rituals

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September 3, 2024

Name: Ancient Egyptian head cone

What it is: A cone-shaped ornamental hat worn by ancient Egyptians

Where it is from: Egypt

When it was made: The earliest known burials containing these “coffee cup”-sized caps are about 3,300 years old, according to a study in the journal Antiquity.

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What it tells us about the past:

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