Pin

Iran · ca. 1000 B.C.

Flag of IranAncient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. 1000 B.C.

Pin is a metalwork-ornaments of Iran origin created in ca. 1000 B.C. using bronze, gold measuring 3.54 in. (8.99 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze, gold
Dimensions3.54 in. (8.99 cm)
ClassificationMetalwork-Ornaments
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineAnonymous Gift, 1970
Dateca. 1000 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Iran culture. The estimated date range is 1000 BC.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Pin?

Pin is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Pin created?

Pin dates to ca. 1000 B.C..

What material is Pin made from?

Pin is crafted from bronze, gold.

Is Pin in the public domain?

Pin 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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