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Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds
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LOT 0530

Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds

6TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.

1/2 in. (1.45 grams, 14 mm).

Scaraboid type with incuse design to the underside of a footed chalice with two birds perched on the rim of the bowl; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

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

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LOT 0530

Greek Red Variegated Gemstone with Chalice and Birds

Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)

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