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LOT 1104
Central Asian Green Steatite Stone Frog Amulet
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. OR LATER
1 1/4 in. (7.37 grams, 33 mm).
Carved in the round depicting two frogs mating, with socket eyes.
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1990s-early 2000s.
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LOT 1104
Central Asian Green Steatite Stone Frog Amulet
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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