Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Drilled half almond seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using alabaster, green gray with yellowish veins measuring Seal Face: 2.78 x 3.46 cm Height: 1.46 cm String Hole… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Alabaster, green gray with yellowish veins |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 2.78 x 3.46 cm Height: 1.46 cm String Hole: 0.3-0.4 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1983 |
| Date | ca. 3500–2900 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk–Jemdet Nasr period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 2900 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia or southwestern Iran.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Drilled half almond seal?
Drilled half almond seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drilled half almond seal created?
Drilled half almond seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Drilled half almond seal made from?
Drilled half almond seal is crafted from alabaster, green gray with yellowish veins.
Is Drilled half almond seal in the public domain?
Drilled half almond seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026