Sasanian or Islamic · Sasanian–early Islamic · ca. 6th–8th century A.D.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 6th–8th century A.D.Bead is a stone-ornaments of Sasanian or Islamic origin created in ca. 6th–8th century A.D. using carnelian measuring Diam. 2.6 cm spherical — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Carnelian |
| Dimensions | Diam. 2.6 cm spherical |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1932 |
| Date | ca. 6th–8th century A.D. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Sasanian or Islamic culture, dating from the Sasanian–early Islamic period. The estimated date range is 6 AD.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Bead?
Bead is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Bead created?
Bead dates to ca. 6th–8th century A.D..
What material is Bead made from?
Bead is crafted from carnelian.
Is Bead in the public domain?
Bead is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026