Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 7th–4th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Earrings |
| Medium | Gold |
| Dimensions | 0.16 x 1.14 x 1.34 in. (0.41 x 2.9 x 3.4 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th–4th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Lester Wolfe, 1983 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326934