Women in ancient Egypt

 Unlike other ancient societies, women in Ancient Egypt had a high degree of equal opportunity and freedom.

Ancient Egyptians (women and men) were firmly equal. Interestingly, ancient sources indicate that women were qualified to sue and obtain contracts incorporating any lawful settlements, such as marriage, separation, property, and jobs.

The historian Herodotus witnessed an exceptional display of humanity and equality in Ancient Egypt that was not present in other ancient societies.

Women in ancient Egypt had some special rights other women did not have in other comparable societies. They could own property and were, at court, legally equal to men. ... Women could not have important positions in administration, though there were women rulers and even women pharaohs like Nefertiti & Hatshepsut.