Flag of EgyptEgyptian Artca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1427–1400 B.C. using gold measuring Diam. 2.2 cm (7/8 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumGold
DimensionsDiam. 2.2 cm (7/8 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Dateca. 1427–1400 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1427 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque?

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque created?

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque dates to ca. 1427–1400 B.C..

What material is Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque made from?

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque is crafted from gold.

Where does Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque originate?

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque in the public domain?

Scarab Finger Ring with Inscribed Plaque is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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