Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–4th century B.C.Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) is a stone-stamp seals of Babylonian or Achaemenid origin created in ca. 6th–4th century B.C. using agate, banded measuring Seal Face: 1.93 x 2.13 cm Height: 1.07 cm String Hole: 0.28 — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Agate, banded |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.93 x 2.13 cm Height: 1.07 cm String Hole: 0.28 |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Bequest of W. Gedney Beatty, 1941 |
| Date | ca. 6th–4th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Babylonian or Achaemenid culture, dating from the Neo-Babylonian or Achaemenid period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 300 BC.
Geography
Origin: Iran or Mesopotamia. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?)?
Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) created?
Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) dates to ca. 6th–4th century B.C..
What material is Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) made from?
Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) is crafted from agate, banded.
Is Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) in the public domain?
Scaraboid seal with carinated back (?) is in the public domain and can be freely used.