Ancient Near Eastern ArtStone-Stamp Sealsca. 6th–5th century B.C.
Stamp seal: duck is a stone-stamp seals created in ca. 6th–5th century B.C. using chalcedony, white (?) measuring Seal Face: 1.81 x 0.95 cm Height: 1.47 cm String Hole: 0.21… — now part of the Ancient Near Eastern Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Chalcedony, white (?) |
| Dimensions | Seal Face: 1.81 x 0.95 cm Height: 1.47 cm String Hole: 0.21 cm |
| Classification | Stone-Stamp Seals |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Credit Line | Rogers Fund, 1932 |
| Date | ca. 6th–5th century B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Neo-Babylonian period. The estimated date range is 600 BC – 400 BC.
Geography
Origin: Mesopotamia.
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Stamp seal: duck?
Stamp seal: duck is housed in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Stamp seal: duck created?
Stamp seal: duck dates to ca. 6th–5th century B.C..
What material is Stamp seal: duck made from?
Stamp seal: duck is crafted from chalcedony, white (?).
Is Stamp seal: duck in the public domain?
Stamp seal: duck is in the public domain and can be freely used.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026