Now we’ve cleared that up, onto the big question, how do you make a mummy? The use of mummy, or mummia as it was sold, became so popular that there was a trade in fake mummies (made from recently deceased criminals or even animals) just to keep up with the demand.Īpothecary vessels containing ‘mummia’ or powdered mummy. This substance was highly sought after for its supposed medicinal properties, leading to the use of ‘powdered mummy’ up until the late 18th century. This is thought to be a reference to the blackened appearance of Egyptian mummies, and the black tar-like substance that comes from the ‘mummy mountain’ in Persia. So first things first, why do we call Egyptian mummies, well, ‘mummies’? The word mummy comes from the the Persian or Arabic word mumia meaning pitch or bitumen. Today’s blog post will be all about mummies … wait … what do you mean you didn’t say Egyptian? … oh … well it’s all I’ve got, so we’re going to have to roll with it … I’m sure no-one will notice. Mother’s Day Special: How to make a mummy We each bring our own insight into Manchester Museum and its collections.įor more about Egyptology, please visit the Curator’s blog, Egypt at the Manchester Museum. We are not experts, but we are people with a passionate interest in the museum and its objects. Today’s post is by Becca from the Visitor Team at Manchester Museum.
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