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LOT 0477
Egyptian Rock Crystal Scarab
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
5/8 in. (4.45 grams, 18 mm).
With segmented carapace, plain underside.
ProvenanceFrom the property of the late Mr SM, London, UK, 1969-1999.
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LOT 0477
Egyptian Rock Crystal Scarab
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
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Egyptian Globular Alabaster Jar
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Ex Waltz collection, Munich, Germany, circa 1970s. with Gorny & Mosch, Auction 206, no.12. Accompanied by copies of the relevant Gorny & Mosch catalogue pages.
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New Kingdom-Ptolemaic Period, 1550-30 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £4,420
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