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Medium57 worksRock crystal is a material identified in 57 works at The Met, most commonly used for daggers in the Ancient Near Eastern Art department.
Collection Overview
| Total Works | 57 |
| Top Department | Islamic Art |
| Top Classification | Stone |
Notable Works
StoneBead
StoneBead
StoneBead
Stone-OrnamentsBead
Stone-OrnamentsBead necklace
Glass-BeadsBeads
MiscellaneousBeads and Amulets
Shafted WeaponsCeremonial Mace
Glass-BeadsCoin and Bead Fragments
Frequently Asked Questions
How many works by Rock crystal are in The Met?
The Metropolitan Museum of Art holds 57 works related to Rock crystal.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026