Raw amethyst
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1802–1450 B.C.

Raw amethyst is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 13–18, early) created in ca. 1802–1450 B.C. using amethyst measuring a) l. 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in); b) l. 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in); c) l… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumAmethyst
Dimensionsa) l. 5.5 cm (2 3/16 in); b) l. 5.7 cm (2 1/4 in); c) l. 4.9 cm (1 15/16 in); d) l. 4 cm (1 9/16 in); e) l. 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in); f) not measured; g) l. 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in); h) l. 4 cm (1 9/16 in); i) not measured; j) l. 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in); k) l. 2.4 cm (15/16 in); l) l. 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in); m) l. 3 cm (1 3/16 in); n) l. 3.1 cm (1 1/4 in); o) l. 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in); p) l. 2 cm (13/16 in); q) l. 2.2 cm (7/8 in); r) l. 2 cm (13/16 in); u) 2.8 cm (1 1/8 in); v) l. 1.8 cm (11/16 in); w) l. 1cm (3/8 in); x) l. 1.5 cm (9/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1911
Dateca. 1802–1450 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Late Middle Kingdom–Early New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 13–18, early dynasty. The estimated date range is 1802 BC.

Geography

Origin: Memphite Region, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Raw amethyst?

Raw amethyst is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Raw amethyst created?

Raw amethyst dates to ca. 1802–1450 B.C..

What material is Raw amethyst made from?

Raw amethyst is crafted from amethyst.

Where does Raw amethyst originate?

Raw amethyst originates from Egypt.

Is Raw amethyst in the public domain?

Raw amethyst 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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