Iran · Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age · 5th–3rd millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornaments5th–3rd millennium B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Amulet |
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | 0.16 x 0.83 x 2.13 in. (0.41 x 2.11 x 5.41 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | 5th–3rd millennium B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1938 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Chalcolithic–Early Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 5000 BC – 2000 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 323687