Conoid stamp seal: king mastering two rearing lion-griffins, star and reversed crescent with sun-disc
Flag of IranAncient 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

MediumGlass, green
Dimensions1.06 in. (2.69 cm)
ClassificationGlass-Stamp Seals
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Klejman, 1964
Dateca. 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. Flag of 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.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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