Egyptian Artca. 3850–2960 B.C.Beads is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3850–2960 B.C. using serpentinite measuring a: 2.1 × 0.5 cm (13/16 × 3/16 in.); b: 2.1 × 0.5 cm (13/16… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Serpentinite |
| Dimensions | a: 2.1 × 0.5 cm (13/16 × 3/16 in.); b: 2.1 × 0.5 cm (13/16 × 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 3850–2960 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic Period period. The estimated date range is 3850 BC – 2960 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Beads?
Beads is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Beads created?
Beads dates to ca. 3850–2960 B.C..
What material is Beads made from?
Beads is crafted from serpentinite.
Where does Beads originate?
Beads originates from Egypt.
Is Beads in the public domain?
Beads is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026