Iron Age · ca. early 1st millennium B.C.
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornamentsca. early 1st millennium B.C.
Ring is a stone-ornaments created in ca. early 1st millennium B.C. using agate measuring 3 x 0.63 in. (7.62 x 1.6 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate |
| Dimensions | 3 x 0.63 in. (7.62 x 1.6 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Ornaments |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan P. Rosen, 1991 |
| Date | ca. early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 750 BC.
Geography
Origin: Transcaucasia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ring?
Ring is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ring created?
Ring dates to ca. early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Ring made from?
Ring is crafted from agate.
Is Ring in the public domain?
Ring is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026