Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3500–3100 B.C.
Half-almond seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 3500–3100 B.C. using steatite, green black measuring Seal Face: 2.41 x 1.9 cm Height: 1.3 cm String Hole: 0.6 x… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Steatite, green black |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 2.41 x 1.9 cm Height: 1.3 cm String Hole: 0.6 x 0.35 cm; 0.5 x 0.35 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1899 |
| Date | ca. 3500–3100 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Uruk (?) period. The estimated date range is 3500 BC – 3100 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Half-almond seal?
Half-almond seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Half-almond seal created?
Half-almond seal dates to ca. 3500–3100 B.C..
What material is Half-almond seal made from?
Half-almond seal is crafted from steatite, green black.
Is Half-almond seal in the public domain?
Half-almond seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026