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LOT 0056
Etruscan Red Carnelian Scaraboid with Archery Intaglio
CIRCA 6TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.
5/8 in. (2.54 grams, 15 mm).
Polished and incised with semi-naturalistic anatomical detailing; intaglio to base displaying archer's bow and quiver; drilled for suspension.
Provenance
Acquired 1969-1999.
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.
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