Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Implementsca. 7th–6th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Ingot |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 0.87 x 3.5 in. (2.21 x 8.89 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Implements |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 7th–6th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, H. Dunscombe Colt Gift, 1969 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Iran |
| Period | Iron Age III |
| Date Range | 700 BC – 500 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325968