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LOT 0504

Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Djed Pillar Amulet

7TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.

1 1/8 in. (2.3 grams, 28 mm).

Amuletic pendant of the djed pillar with fine detailing; loop to the apex.

Provenance

Private collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1990s, thence by descent.

Literature

Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 84 (c), for type.

CONDITION

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LOT 0504

Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Djed Pillar Amulet

Sold for (Inc. bp): £468

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