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LOT 1079
Anatolian Stone Stamp Seal
8TH-7TH CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (5.3 grams, 24 mm.).
Triangular in section with three figural scenes: (A) two serpents, opposed; (B) bird with wings spread; (C) regardant quadruped with tail raised; pierced longitudinally; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenanceEx S. collection, London, UK, 1980s-2000s.
Accompanied by a previous illustrated catalogue slip.
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LOT 1079
Anatolian Stone Stamp Seal
Estimate £350 - 450€410 - 520 (for guidance only)$470 - 610 (for guidance only)
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