Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 8th century B.C.
Inscribed conoid seal is a stone-stamp seals-inscribed created in ca. 8th century B.C. using sard, red (carnelian ?) measuring 1.02 x 0.51 x 0.71 in. (2.59 x 1.3 x 1.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Sard, red (carnelian ?) |
| Dimensions | 1.02 x 0.51 x 0.71 in. (2.59 x 1.3 x 1.8 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Date | ca. 8th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Neo-Assyrian or Neo-Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 800 BC – 700 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Inscribed conoid seal?
Inscribed conoid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Inscribed conoid seal created?
Inscribed conoid seal dates to ca. 8th century B.C..
What material is Inscribed conoid seal made from?
Inscribed conoid seal is crafted from sard, red (carnelian ?).
Is Inscribed conoid seal in the public domain?
Inscribed conoid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026