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Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

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LOT 0534

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

4TH-2ND CENTURY B.C.

1/2 in. (1.68 grams, 13 mm).

Scaraboid type with incuse design to the underside of a bull with its legs folded beneath the body, decorative panel above; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0534

Greek Black Gemstone with Lion

Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)

Current bid: £5 +BP*
(1 Bid, Reserve met)

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