Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. mid-1st millennium A.D.Amulet cases is a metalwork-ornaments of Sasanian origin created in ca. mid-1st millennium A.D. using copper, bitumen, green patina measuring 1 7/8 x 11/16 in. (4.7 x Diam 1.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Copper, bitumen, green patina |
| Dimensions | 1 7/8 x 11/16 in. (4.7 x Diam 1.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1932 |
| Date | ca. mid-1st millennium A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sasanian culture, dating from the Sasanian period. The estimated date range is 200 – 700.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Amulet cases?
Amulet cases is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Amulet cases created?
Amulet cases dates to ca. mid-1st millennium A.D..
What material is Amulet cases made from?
Amulet cases is crafted from copper, bitumen, green patina.
Is Amulet cases in the public domain?
Amulet cases is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026