Egypt · Roman Period, later than · A.D. 4th century or later
Egyptian ArtA.D. 4th century or laterEarring is a egyptian art from Egypt created in A.D. 4th century or later using gold (hoop repaired), pearls, green stone — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Gold (hoop repaired), pearls, green stone |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness, 1935 |
| Date | A.D. 4th century or later |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Roman Period, later than period. The estimated date range is 300 – 399.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Earring?
Earring is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Earring created?
Earring dates to A.D. 4th century or later.
What material is Earring made from?
Earring is crafted from gold (hoop repaired), pearls, green stone.
Where does Earring originate?
Earring originates from Egypt.
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