Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 3rd–7th century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Stamp seal |
| Medium | Magnetite (?) |
| Dimensions | 0.52 x 0.66 x 0.67 in. (1.32 x 1.68 x 1.7 cm) |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 3rd–7th century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift of Martin and Sarah Cherkasky, 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 327022