ca. 3000 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 3000 B.C.
Amulet is a stone-ornaments created in ca. 3000 B.C. using gypsum alabaster measuring 0.75 x 1.12 in. (1.91 x 2.84 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gypsum alabaster |
| Dimensions | 0.75 x 1.12 in. (1.91 x 2.84 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Joseph M. Upton, 1954 |
| Date | ca. 3000 B.C. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Amulet?
Amulet is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Amulet created?
Amulet dates to ca. 3000 B.C..
What material is Amulet made from?
Amulet is crafted from gypsum alabaster.
Is Amulet in the public domain?
Amulet is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026