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LOT 0019
Egyptian Carnelian Papyrus Amulet
NEW KINGDOM, 19TH DYNASTY, 1296-1186 B.C.
1 1/8 in. (2.4 grams, 29 mm).
A carnelian amuletic papyrus stalk pendant, colour graduated along the stem.
ProvenancePrivate collection, acquired 1999.
LiteratureCf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 83(c), for type.
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Opening Bid: £1,000
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Opening Bid: £200
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