Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Octagonal pyramidal seal |
| Medium | Chalcedony |
| Dimensions | 0.98 in. (2.49 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Frederic Newlin Price, 1959 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Babylonian |
| Period | Neo-Babylonian |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 400 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 324958