Ancient Near Eastern ArtMetalwork-Stamp Seals-Inscribedca. 14th–13th century B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Stamp seal with a handle and a hieroglyphic inscription |
| Medium | Silver |
| Dimensions | Diameter 2.54 cm Height: 1.3 cm |
| Classification | Metalwork-Stamp Seals-Inscribed |
| Department | Ancient Near Eastern Art |
| Date | ca. 14th–13th century B.C. |
| Credit Line | Bequest of Edith Aggiman, 1982 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Hittite |
| Period | Hittite Empire |
| Date Range | 1400 BC – 1200 BC |
Provenance
| Region | Anatolia |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 326717