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LOT 0997
Judaean Lead Seal with Menorah
CIRCA 2ND CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (3.9 grams, 13 mm).
The menorah design impressed to one face; impression of textile to the reverse.
Provenance
Collected from 1969-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
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LOT 0997
Judaean Lead Seal with Menorah
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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