Persian. <em>Bracteate</em>, 6th–5th century B.C.E. Gold, 11/16 x 7/8 x 1/4 in. (1.8 x 2.2 x 0.7 cm). Brooklyn Museum, Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Alastair Bradley Martin, 70.142.6. Creative Commons-BY (Photo: , 70.142.6-.11_PS2.jpg)

Bracteate

Artist:PersianAchaemenid

Medium: Gold

Geograhical Locations:

Ecbatana (modern day Hamadan), Persia (modern day Iran)

Dates:6th–5th century B.C.E.

Dimensions: 11/16 x 7/8 x 1/4 in. (1.8 x 2.2 x 0.7 cm)

Collections:

Egyptian, Classical, Ancient Near Eastern Art

Exhibitions:

Egypt Reborn: Art for Eternity

Accession Number: 70.142.6

Image: 70.142.6-.11_PS2.jpg,

Catalogue Description:
Gold bracteate. A snarling lion head in profile.

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