Ancient Near Eastern ArtCeramics-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Bell-shaped seal with perforated fist-shaped handle |
| Medium | Ceramic, green |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.75 cm Height: 1.77 cm String Hole: 0.2 cm |
| Classification | Ceramics-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1987 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Achaemenid |
| Period | Achaemenid |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 400 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northern Syria |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327314