Early Bronze Age · ca. early 3rd millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. early 3rd millennium B.C.
Earring is a metalwork-ornaments created in ca. early 3rd millennium B.C. using silver measuring 0.91 x 0.71 in. (2.31 x 1.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.91 x 0.71 in. (2.31 x 1.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Peter Sharrer, 1982 |
| Date | ca. early 3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 3000 BC – 2000 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Earring?
Earring is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Earring created?
Earring dates to ca. early 3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Earring made from?
Earring is crafted from silver.
Is Earring in the public domain?
Earring is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026