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LOT 1406

Mesopotamian Mottled Grey Stone Macehead

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 7/8 in. (434 grams, 73 mm).

With squat oblate body and central mounting hole.

Provenance

Ex 1990s collection and with a central London gallery.

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LOT 1406

Mesopotamian Mottled Grey Stone Macehead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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