Sumerian · Early Dynastic II · ca. 2700–2600 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 2700–2600 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Amulet |
| Medium | Limestone (?) |
| Dimensions | 0.59 x 0.24 x 0.91 in. (1.5 x 0.61 x 2.31 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 2700–2600 B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1962 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sumerian |
| Period | Early Dynastic II |
| Date Range | 2700 BC – 2600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325471