Islamic ArtJewelryprobably 8th–12th centuryBeads is a jewelry Nishapur from Iran created in probably 8th–12th century using stone or glass (?) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone or glass (?) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1948 |
| Date | probably 8th–12th century |
Historical Context
Geography
Origin: Nishapur, Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Beads?
Beads is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Beads created?
Beads dates to probably 8th–12th century.
What material is Beads made from?
Beads is crafted from stone or glass (?).
Where does Beads originate?
Beads originates from Iran.
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