Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. late 1st millennium B.C.
Stamp seal is a stone-stamp seals of Graeco-Roman origin created in ca. late 1st millennium B.C. using jasper, green with red flecks measuring 0.08 x 0.51 x 0.71 in. (0.2 x 1.3 x 1.8 cm) — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Jasper, green with red flecks |
| Dimensions | 0.08 x 0.51 x 0.71 in. (0.2 x 1.3 x 1.8 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of John Taylor Johnston, 1881 |
| Date | ca. late 1st millennium B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
This work belongs to the Graeco-Roman culture, dating from the Graeco-Roman period. The estimated date range is 1000 BC – 1 BC.
Geography
Origin: Greece or Italy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stamp seal?
Stamp seal is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stamp seal created?
Stamp seal dates to ca. late 1st millennium B.C..
What material is Stamp seal made from?
Stamp seal is crafted from jasper, green with red flecks.
Is Stamp seal in the public domain?
Stamp seal is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026