Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–2900 B.C.
Drilled hemispheroid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–2900 B.C. using stone, pale green measuring Seal Face: 3.14 x 3.18 cm Height: 1.33 cm String Hole… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Stone, pale green |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 3.14 x 3.18 cm Height: 1.33 cm String Hole: 0.4-0.5 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 1984 |
| 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: Iran or Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Drilled hemispheroid seal?
Drilled hemispheroid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Drilled hemispheroid seal created?
Drilled hemispheroid seal dates to ca. 3500–2900 B.C..
What material is Drilled hemispheroid seal made from?
Drilled hemispheroid seal is crafted from stone, pale green.
Is Drilled hemispheroid seal in the public domain?
Drilled hemispheroid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026