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LOT 0513
Egyptian Poppy Seed Amulet
NEW KINGDOM, 1550-1070 B.C.
1/2 in. (0.20 grams, 12 mm).
A dark blue glass amulet formed as a poppy seed, suspension loop to the top; chipped at the base. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex Constable collection, 1990s.
Ex Ancient & Oriental, UK.
Ex P. Morris collection.
Accompanied by an Ancient & Oriental certificate of authenticity.
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