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LOT 1077
Babylonian Glass Stamp Seal with Man and Lion
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 in. (2.4 grams, 16 mm).
Of translucent blue glass with iridescent surfaces; pierced for suspension.
Provenance
Collected from 1969-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
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LOT 1077
Babylonian Glass Stamp Seal with Man and Lion
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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