Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters
Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art2nd century B.C.–4th century A.D.

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 2nd century B.C.–4th century A.D. using faience measuring Height: 4.5 x L: 4.9 x W: 4.7 cm (1 3/4 x 1 15/16 x 1 7/8… — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumFaience
DimensionsHeight: 4.5 x L: 4.9 x W: 4.7 cm (1 3/4 x 1 15/16 x 1 7/8 in.)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineGift of Helen Miller Gould, 1910
Date2nd century B.C.–4th century A.D.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Ptolemaic Period–Roman Period period. The estimated date range is 200 BC – 400.

Geography

Origin: Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters?

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters created?

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters dates to 2nd century B.C.–4th century A.D..

What material is Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters made from?

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters is crafted from faience.

Where does Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters originate?

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters originates from Egypt.

Is Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters in the public domain?

Twenty-sided die (icosahedron) with faces inscribed with Greek letters is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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