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Image: Archaeological Museum of Heraklion – Bee pendant (cropped)

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Description: Archaeological Museum of Heraklion: Bee pendant excavated from the minoan Chrysolakkos necropolis at Malia, 1800-1700 BC, Isle of Crete, Greece. The pendant consists of two bees depositing a drop of honey in their honeycomb. They are holding the round honeycomb between their legs and the drop of honey in their mouths. On their heads the bees carry a delicate cage containing a golden bead. Small discs hang from their wings and stings. Size (width) 4.6 cm.
Title: Archaeological Museum of Heraklion – Bee pendant (cropped)
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Author: Cayambe
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