Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. A.D. 1st–2nd centuryArtwork Details
| Title | Clasp with an eagle and its prey |
| Medium | Gold, turquoise inlay |
| Dimensions | H. 6 cm, W. 8.4 cm |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. A.D. 1st–2nd century |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Parthian |
| Period | Parthian |
| Date Range | 1 AD – 200 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 322485