Ancient Near Eastern ArtGlass-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–4th century B.C.Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc is a glass-stamp seals of Achaemenid origin created in ca. 6th–4th century B.C. using glass, green measuring 1.06 in. (2.69 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Glass, green |
| Dimensions | 1.06 in. (2.69 cm) |
| Classification | Glass-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Klejman, 1964 |
| Date | ca. 6th–4th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Achaemenid culture, dating from the Achaemenid period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc?
Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc created?
Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc dates to ca. 6th–4th century B.C..
What material is Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc made from?
Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc is crafted from glass, green.
Is Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc in the public domain?
Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc is in the public domain and can be freely used.