Djedneferrê Dedoumes is a pharaoh whose reign and life are shrouded in mystery. It is usually placed during Egypt's Second Intermediate Period, which is notorious for its lack of written records and inscriptions.
Uncertainties and Mystery
Djedneferrê Dedoumes is a rather mysterious character in Egyptian history. His precise time of reign, origin and accomplishments remain uncertain. Most Egyptologists place it in the 16th or 17th dynasty, a period characterized by poor documentation and great instability.
Slight Archaeological Traces
The information available on Djedneferrê Dedoumes is mainly drawn from a few archaeological sources. His name was found on two objects: a bronze dagger and a carnelian bead. These objects are now kept in the Egyptian Museum of Cairo. Despite the rarity of these finds, they constitute indisputable proof of the existence of this pharaoh.
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