Greek and Roman ArtGold and Silver664–30 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Faience button seal |
| Medium | Clay, glazed |
| Dimensions | H.: 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) |
| Classification | Gold and Silver |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Date | 664–30 B.C. |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Egyptian |
| Period | Late Dynastic–Hellenistic |
| Date Range | 664 BC – 30 BC |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 243809