Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. mid-1st millennium B.C.
Scaraboid seal is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. mid-1st millennium B.C. using porphyry, red measuring H. 1/2 in. (1.3cm); W. 11/16 in.( 1.8 cm ) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Porphyry, red |
| Dimensions | H. 1/2 in. (1.3cm); W. 11/16 in.( 1.8 cm ) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Nanette B. Kelekian, in memory of Charles Dikran and Beatrice Kelekian, 1999 |
| Date | ca. mid-1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Late Bronze Age period. The estimated date range is 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: 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. mid-1st millennium B.C..
What material is Scaraboid seal made from?
Scaraboid seal is crafted from porphyry, red.
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