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LOT 0465

Egyptian Steatite Scarab in Antique Pendant Mount

LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C. AND LATER

3/4 in. (3.68 grams, 18.3 mm).

The scarab with anatomical detailing on the body, underside with a cartouche for Tuthmoses III and other hieroglyphs; set in a gold filigree mount with four lateral loops. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0465

Egyptian Steatite Scarab in Antique Pendant Mount

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

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