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LOT 0508
Egyptian Faience Amulet Group
NEW KINGDOM, AMARNA PERIOD, 1353-1336 B.C.
3/8 - 7/8 in. (1.53 grams total, 9-22 mm).
Composed of polychrome amulets of various types, with suspension loops. [5]
Provenance
From an early 20th century collection, Surrey, UK.
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