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LOT 0445

Egyptian Glass Eye Fragment

LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.

3/4 in. (1.08 grams, 20 mm).

The sclera formed of translucent yellow glass, a large dark blue pupil with dark red hue to the centre. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex London, Mayfair, UK, gallery.
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 0445

Egyptian Glass Eye Fragment

Sold for (Inc. bp): £59

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