Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. early 1st millennium B.C.
Scarab seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. early 1st millennium B.C. using hematite measuring Seal Face: 1.69 x 1.49 cm height: 0.83 cm String Hole: 0.3… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Hematite |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.69 x 1.49 cm height: 0.83 cm String Hole: 0.3 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1899 |
| Date | ca. early 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age I period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Northern Syria or southeastern Anatolia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scarab seal?
Scarab seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scarab seal created?
Scarab seal dates to ca. early 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Scarab seal made from?
Scarab seal is crafted from hematite.
Is Scarab seal in the public domain?
Scarab seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026