Iran · Iron Age II · ca. 10th–9th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 10th–9th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Dagger |
| Medium | Bronze |
| Dimensions | 1.69 x 1.1 in. (4.29 x 2.79 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 10th–9th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1961 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age II |
| Date Range | 1000 BC – 800 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Northwestern Iran, Caspian region |
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ca. late 2nd–early 1st millennium B.C.Dagger hilt
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ca. 9th century B.C.Necklace
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ca. 9th century B.C.Studs
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ca. 9th century B.C.Miniature jar
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ca. 9th century B.C.Handle
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ca. 9th century B.C.Belt fragments
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ca. 9th century B.C.Beads
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ca. 9th century B.C.Beads
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ca. 9th century B.C.Bead spreader
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325362