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LOT 1778
Assyrian Cylinder Seal with Animals
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 3/8 in. (13.82 grams, 33.6 mm).
Frieze comprising a bowman aiming at a fleeing deer, with fish, sun and other objects in the field; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
ProvenancePrivate collection, 1980s.
Acquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, London, UK.
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LOT 1778
Assyrian Cylinder Seal with Animals
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£100 (EUR 116; USD 135) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Western Asiatic Variegated Green Agate Gemstone with Worship Scene
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Opening Bid: £5
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Sasanian Bronze Ring with Stag
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Opening Bid: £5
Disc bezel with incuse profile stag advancing on a baseline, wreath in the field. 2.61 grams, 22.30 mm overall, 19.53 mm internal diameter (approximate size British S 1/2, USA 9 1/4, Europe 20.63, Japan 19)
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