Ornament, One of a Pair
Flag of IranIslamic ArtJewelry12th–13th century

Ornament, One of a Pair is a jewelry from Iran created in 12th–13th century using gold; set with glass measuring H. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm) W. 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) D. 1 3/16 in. (3… — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold; set with glass
DimensionsH. 5/8 in. (1.6 cm) W. 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) D. 1 3/16 in. (3 cm) Wt. 0.4 oz. (12.5 g)
ClassificationJewelry
DepartmentIslamic Art
Credit LineGift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917
Date12th–13th century

Historical Context

Geography

Origin: Iran. Flag of Iran

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Ornament, One of a Pair?

Ornament, One of a Pair is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Ornament, One of a Pair created?

Ornament, One of a Pair dates to 12th–13th century.

What material is Ornament, One of a Pair made from?

Ornament, One of a Pair is crafted from gold; set with glass.

Where does Ornament, One of a Pair originate?

Ornament, One of a Pair originates from Iran.

Is Ornament, One of a Pair in the public domain?

Ornament, One of a Pair is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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