Egyptian Artca. 1550–1186 B.C.Heart amulets is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18–19) created in ca. 1550–1186 B.C. using agate, glass measuring Agate (10.130.1702): H. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); w. 1.9 cm (3/4… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate, glass |
| Dimensions | Agate (10.130.1702): H. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); w. 1.9 cm (3/4 in) Glass (10.130.1804): H. 2.1 cm (13/16 in); w. 1.9 cm (3/4 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910 |
| Date | ca. 1550–1186 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18–19 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1550 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Heart amulets?
Heart amulets is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Heart amulets created?
Heart amulets dates to ca. 1550–1186 B.C..
What material is Heart amulets made from?
Heart amulets is crafted from agate, glass.
Where does Heart amulets originate?
Heart amulets originates from Egypt.
Is Heart amulets in the public domain?
Heart amulets is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026