Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Stamp seal |
| Medium | Chalcedony |
| Dimensions | 1.02 x 0.59 in. (2.59 x 1.5 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 3rd–7th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas L. Carter, 1984 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Sasanian |
| Period | Sasanian |
| Date Range | 200 – 699 |
Provenance
| Region | Iran |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326895