Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 5th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Stamp seal |
| Medium | Agate |
| Dimensions | 0.47 in. (1.19 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 5th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Anonymous Gift, 1962 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 5 AD |
Provenance
| Region | Iran or Mesopotamia |
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 4th–5th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. early 4th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 4th–5th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. early 5th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Bowl
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Arrowhead
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Mortar
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ca. 5th–7th century A.D.Stamp seal
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ca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Sherds
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ca. 7th century A.D.Sealing
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 325382