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LOT 0517
Etruscan Carnelian Scarab with Sphinx in Later Victorian Silver Mount
5TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.
1 3/8 in. (5.12 grams, 36 mm).
Naturalistically carved scarab on an oval base engraved with a leaping sphinx, set in a later silver brooch mount.
ProvenanceAcquired on the European art market.
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LOT 0517
Etruscan Carnelian Scarab with Sphinx in Later Victorian Silver Mount
Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
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Greek Silver Belt Hanger with Decorated Terminals
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