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LOT 2145
Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 1 5/8 in. (185 grams total, 29-42 mm).
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals, showing scenes including worshipping scene, animals, and three with cuneiform text. [12, No Reserve]
ProvenancePossibly made by the British Museum.
From a West Country, UK, private collection.
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