Parthian · Parthian · ca. 3rd century B.C.–3rd century A.D.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 3rd century B.C.–3rd century A.D.

Artwork Details

TitlePendant
MediumGold
Dimensions1 in. (2.54 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Dateca. 3rd century B.C.–3rd century A.D.
Credit LineGift of George D. Pratt, 1933
Object PageView at The Met

Cultural Origin

CultureParthian
PeriodParthian
Date Range300 BC – 300

Provenance

RegionEurasian steppes (?)

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