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LOT 0032
Egyptian Faience Scarab with Hieroglyphs
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
5/8 in. (1.72 grams, 15 mm).
Naturalistic detailing to the blue stained body and legs with section of openwork between the front and back legs; hieroglyphs on base; pierced for suspension.
ProvenanceEx collection of Emil Saad, Paris-Alexandria.
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LOT 0032
Egyptian Faience Scarab with Hieroglyphs
Estimate £1,000 - 1,400€1,160 - 1,620 (for guidance only)$1,350 - 1,890 (for guidance only)
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Ex collection of Emil Saad, Paris-Alexandria.
