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LOT 2169

Group of Seals and Scaraboids

20TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 - 1 1/4 in. (78 grams total, 15-33 mm).

Including scarab with figural scene and legend to underside, plano-convex type with wreath, perching bird and legend, and other types; after the antique. [6]

Provenance

From the late S M collection, London, UK, 1969-1999.

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LOT 2169

Group of Seals and Scaraboids

Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)

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