Earring

Egypt · Roman Period, later than · A.D. 4th century or later

Flag of EgyptEgyptian ArtA.D. 4th century or later

Earring 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

MediumGold (hoop repaired), pearls, green stone
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Edward S. Harkness, 1935
DateA.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. Flag of 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

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