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LOT 0523

Egyptian Blue Faience Grapes Amulet

PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 332-30 B.C.

3/4 in. (1.38 grams, 19 mm).

Plano-convex in section with integral loop. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999.

Literature

Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, pl.65(j).

CONDITION
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LOT 0523

Egyptian Blue Faience Grapes Amulet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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