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LOT 0503

Egyptian Stone Scarab in Bronze Pendant

LATE-PTOLEMAIC PERIOD, 664-30 B.C.

5/8 in. (3.61 grams, 15 mm).

Ellipsoid pendant enclosing a scarab with underside exposed, incused design including a winged gryphon and uraeus; with a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

From the late S M collection, London, UK, 1969-1999.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0503

Egyptian Stone Scarab in Bronze Pendant

Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)

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