Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 7th–6th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Coil |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.59 in. (1.5 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th–6th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1978 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326396