Khamerernebtys

Khamerernebtys was an ancient Egyptian queen, the wife of King Nyuserre Ini of the Fifth Dynasty. She is primarily known from her tomb at Abusir, which was discovered by Czech archaeologists. The tomb is located in the necropolis associated with Nyuserre's pyramid complex at Abusir. While the tomb itself is relatively modest in size, its contents and inscriptions provide significant insights into her life and status.

Her name, Khamerernebtys, translates to "She appears in glory with the two ladies." The "two ladies" likely refers to the goddesses Wadjet and Nekhbet, who were patrons of Lower and Upper Egypt respectively, symbolizing the unification of the Two Lands. This naming convention is indicative of royal status.

Inscriptions found within her tomb identify her as the "King's Great Wife," the principal queen. However, unlike many queens of this period, there is no definitive evidence that she was the mother of Nyuserre's heir. The exact order of succession after Nyuserre is debated, and the role of Khamerernebtys in this is not explicitly documented.

The tomb's decoration, though damaged, includes scenes that depict daily life and religious rituals, common in royal burials. The discovery of Khamerernebtys' tomb has been crucial for understanding the royal family and burial practices of the Fifth Dynasty, filling a gap in the historical record for this particular queen. She represents a significant female figure within the complex royal administration of that era.