Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription
Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Ornaments-Inscribedca. 1700–1560 B.C.

Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is a stone-ornaments-inscribed created in ca. 1700–1560 B.C. using steatite, cream colored, bronze (?) measuring Diameter of Ring, outer: 2.84 cm Seal Face: 1.37 x 2.0… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteatite, cream colored, bronze (?)
DimensionsDiameter of Ring, outer: 2.84 cm Seal Face: 1.37 x 2.0 cm Height: 0.87 cm
ClassificationStone-Ornaments-Inscribed
DepartmentAncient Near Eastern Art
Credit LineGift of Wellcome Trust, 1956
Dateca. 1700–1560 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Dynasty 15-17, 2nd Intermediate Period, Hyksos period. The estimated date range is 1700 BC – 1560 BC.

Geography

Origin: Levant.

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription?

Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription created?

Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription dates to ca. 1700–1560 B.C..

What material is Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription made from?

Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription is crafted from steatite, cream colored, bronze (?).

Is Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription in the public domain?

Scarab seal ring with Hyksos-period an-ra inscription 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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