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LOT 0466
Egyptian Steatite Scaraboid Amulet with Royal Uraei and Vessel
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
1/2 in. (1.16 grams, 14 mm).
Ellipsoid scaraboid bead with base inscribed with a central hes-vase flanked by two uraei. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx ArtAncient Ltd, London, SW6, in 2013, with stock no.15989.
From the private collection of Mr A Hills, Kent, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of an ArtAncient certificate of authenticity.
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LOT 0466
Egyptian Steatite Scaraboid Amulet with Royal Uraei and Vessel
Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
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