Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Ornamentsca. mid-3rd millennium B.C.
Pin with four flanges is a metalwork-ornaments created in ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. using silver measuring 11 3/4 in. (29.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | 11 3/4 in. (29.8 cm) |
| Classification | Metalwork-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Jacques Chalmin and Jean-Luc Chalmin, 1986 |
| Date | ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Early Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 2500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Pin with four flanges?
Pin with four flanges is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Pin with four flanges created?
Pin with four flanges dates to ca. mid-3rd millennium B.C..
What material is Pin with four flanges made from?
Pin with four flanges is crafted from silver.
Is Pin with four flanges in the public domain?
Pin with four flanges is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026