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LOT 2131
Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/2 - 2 in. (375 grams total, 39-52 mm).
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals showing various scenes, including seven with cuneiform text. [12, No Reserve]
Provenance
Possibly made by the British Museum.
From a West Country, UK, private collection.
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