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LOT 0286
Aramaic Lead Magical Scroll
2ND-8TH CENTURY A.D.
7 1/4 in. (31 grams, 18.5 cm).
An unrolled irregular rectangular lead panel with lightly incised Aramaic script text and figures; herringbone borders.
ProvenanceCollected from 1969-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
Cf. similar item in the collection of the British Museum under accession number 1962,0414.1.
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LOT 0286
Aramaic Lead Magical Scroll
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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