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LOT 0929

Central Asian Seal Pendant with Lion Attacking a Standing Figure

23RD-20TH CENTURY B.C.

1 1/8 in. (15.9 grams, 29 mm).

A copper-alloy stamp seal formed as a rearing lion grappling with a standing figure, suspension loop to reverse. [No Reserve]

Provenance

1980s-early 1990s collection, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0929

Central Asian Seal Pendant with Lion Attacking a Standing Figure

Sold for (Inc. bp): £338

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