Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh is a egyptian art created in ca. 1070–712 B.C. using silver, travertine (egyptian alabaster), gold measuring width of ring: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in); length of scarab: 1.1 cm… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver, travertine (Egyptian alabaster), gold |
| Dimensions | width of ring: 2.7 cm (1 1/16 in); length of scarab: 1.1 cm (7/16 in) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874-76 |
| Date | ca. 1070–712 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Third Intermediate Period period. The estimated date range is 1070 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh?
Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh created?
Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh dates to ca. 1070–712 B.C..
What material is Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh made from?
Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh is crafted from silver, travertine (egyptian alabaster), gold.
Is Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh in the public domain?
Ring with a Scarab Inscribed with an Ankh is in the public domain and can be freely used.