Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornaments1st millennium B.C. (?)Hair-ring is a metalwork-ornaments of Iran origin created in 1st millennium B.C. (?) using silver measuring 0.91 in. (2.31 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.91 in. (2.31 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Alfred Wolkenberg, 1963 |
| Date | 1st 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: Western Asia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Hair-ring?
Hair-ring is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Hair-ring created?
Hair-ring dates to 1st millennium B.C. (?).
What material is Hair-ring made from?
Hair-ring is crafted from silver.
Is Hair-ring in the public domain?
Hair-ring is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026