Iran · Iron Age II · ca. 8th–7th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 8th–7th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Bead |
| Medium | Stone |
| Dimensions | 1.38 x 0.55 in. (3.51 x 1.4 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 8th–7th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1943 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age II |
| Date Range | 800 BC – 600 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran, Luristan |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324006