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LOT 2120
Cylinder Seal Electrotype Group
LATE 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
1 1/8 - 1 1/2 in. (180 grams total, 28-39 mm).
Of academic interest, copper coated lead seal impressions taken from cylinder seals showing various scenes, including one with cuneiform text. [12, No Reserve]
ProvenancePossibly made by the British Museum.
From a West Country, UK, private collection.
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