Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 2nd–3rd century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Belt buckle |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1 7/8 x 2 9/16 x 11/16 in. (4.7 x 6.5 x 1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 2nd–3rd century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift from Collection of Ben-Zion, 1999 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 100 – 300 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran (?) |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327595