Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th century B.C. (?)
Scaraboid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 6th century B.C. (?) using serpentine, green measuring Seal Face: 1.85 x 1.27 cm Height: 0.89 cm String Hole: 0.2… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Serpentine, green |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.85 x 1.27 cm Height: 0.89 cm String Hole: 0.2 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | ca. 6th century B.C. (?) |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Iron Age, Phoenicia (?) period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 500 BC.
Geography
Origin: Levant or Syria.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scaraboid seal?
Scaraboid seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scaraboid seal created?
Scaraboid seal dates to ca. 6th century B.C. (?).
What material is Scaraboid seal made from?
Scaraboid seal is crafted from serpentine, green.
Is Scaraboid seal in the public domain?
Scaraboid seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026