Scarab set in a ring bezel
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art||ca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Scarab set in a ring bezel is a egyptian art from Egypt (Dynasty 18) created in ca. 1479–1458 B.C. using carnelian, gold measuring Including mount: L. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); W. 0.8 cm (5/16 in.)… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

Mediumcarnelian, gold
DimensionsIncluding mount: L. 1.3 cm (1/2 in); W. 0.8 cm (5/16 in.); H. 0.5 cm (3/16 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund, 1936
Dateca. 1479–1458 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the New Kingdom period, during the Dynasty 18 dynasty. The estimated date range is 1473 BC – 1458 BC.

Geography

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Scarab set in a ring bezel?

Scarab set in a ring bezel is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Scarab set in a ring bezel created?

Scarab set in a ring bezel dates to ca. 1479–1458 B.C..

What material is Scarab set in a ring bezel made from?

Scarab set in a ring bezel is crafted from carnelian, gold.

Where does Scarab set in a ring bezel originate?

Scarab set in a ring bezel originates from Egypt.

Is Scarab set in a ring bezel in the public domain?

Scarab set in a ring bezel 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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