A Sasanian Chalcedony Dome Seal, Late Sassanian Period, ca. 5th - 6th century CE Sculpture - Architectural Inner coffin and mummy-board

Inner coffin and mummy-board

thereafter a private NYC collection

For several centuries large chest-sized pectorals of gold were made in ancient Colombia in different styles

but nonetheless well documented

Condition:  Very good condition overall

A Sasanian Chalcedony Dome Seal, Late Sassanian Period, ca. 5th - 6th century CE Sculpture - Architectural Inner coffin and mummy-boardA round dome seal pierced through the center for attachment, the flat oval bezel inscribed with a pomegranate branch featuring three petals, two downturned leaves, and a stem that emerges at a straight base stroke. Common motifs in Sasanian art, pomegranates are usually as a flower or fruiting plant, and is a symbol of fruitfulness and prosperity. For related examples see: Christopher J. Brunner, Sasanian Stamp Seals in the Metropolitan Museum of Art,