Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornaments1st millennium B.C.–A.D. 1st centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Boss or appliqué |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 0.59 in. (1.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | 1st millennium B.C.–A.D. 1st century |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Late Bronze Age |
| Date Range | 1000 BC – 100 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326953