Iran · ca. 1000 B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 1000 B.C.Disc is a metalwork-ornaments of Iran origin created in ca. 1000 B.C. using bronze, gold measuring 1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Bronze, gold |
| Dimensions | 1 7/16 in. (3.7 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Anonymous Gift, 1970 |
| Date | ca. 1000 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Iran culture. The estimated date range is 1000 BC.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Disc?
Disc is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Disc created?
Disc dates to ca. 1000 B.C..
What material is Disc made from?
Disc is crafted from bronze, gold.
Is Disc in the public domain?
Disc is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026