Finger ring
Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornaments1st millennium B.C.

Finger ring is a metalwork-ornaments of Iran origin created in 1st millennium B.C. using bronze measuring 0.75 x 0.94 in. (1.91 x 2.39 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
Dimensions0.75 x 0.94 in. (1.91 x 2.39 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Charles K. and Irma B. Wilkinson, 1967
Date1st millennium B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iran culture, dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Finger ring?

Finger ring is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Finger ring created?

Finger ring dates to 1st millennium B.C..

What material is Finger ring made from?

Finger ring is crafted from bronze.

Is Finger ring in the public domain?

Finger ring 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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