Achaemenid · Achaemenid · ca. 6th–4th century B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 6th–4th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Earring |
| Medium | Gold, turquoise inlay |
| Dimensions | 0.3 × 0.35 × 6 cm, 31.08g (1/8 × 1/8 × 2 3/8 in., 1.096oz.) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–4th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Norbert Schimmel Trust, 1989 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Achaemenid |
| Period | Achaemenid |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 327422