Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. 9th century B.C.Beads is a stone-ornaments of Iran origin created in ca. 9th century B.C. using stones (various) measuring 7.95 in. (20.19 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stones (various) |
| Dimensions | 7.95 in. (20.19 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, Mrs. Constantine Sidamon-Eristoff Gift, 1961 |
| Date | ca. 9th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age II period. The estimated date range is 900 BC – 800 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Beads?
Beads is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Beads created?
Beads dates to ca. 9th century B.C..
What material is Beads made from?
Beads is crafted from stones (various).
Is Beads in the public domain?
Beads is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026