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LOT 0097
Graeco-Phoenician Stone Scaraboid with Winged Beast in Gold Swivel Ring
CIRCA 7TH-5TH CENTURY B.C.
1 1/8 in. (7.68 grams, 30.50 mm overall, 20.15 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)).
The scaraboid engraved to one face with a winged creature facing left, possibly a gryphon, a star in the field above; set in a later gold ring with round cross-section and stamped maker's mark in a triangular cartouche; articulate swivel. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceCollected since the 1970s.
Ex Everitt collection, acquired by descent 2017.
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LOT 0097
Graeco-Phoenician Stone Scaraboid with Winged Beast in Gold Swivel Ring
Sold for (Inc. bp): £546
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