Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–4th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Scaraboid seal with peaked back |
| Medium | Sard, red |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 1.38 cm Height: 1.27 cm String Hole: 0.34-0.45 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 6th–4th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Purchase, 1886 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Babylonian (?) |
| Period | Neo-Babylonian (?) |
| Date Range | 600 BC – 300 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Iran or Mesopotamia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 321647