Greek and Roman ArtGemsearly 5th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Jasper scarab |
| Medium | Jasper, green |
| Dimensions | 1/4 × 7/16 × 9/16 in. (0.6 × 1.1 × 1.5 cm) |
| Classification | Gems |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Date | early 5th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Fletcher Fund, 1931 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Graeco-Phoenician |
| Period | Archaic |
| Date Range | 499 BC – 475 BC |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 253352