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LOT 1404

Mesopotamian Orange Veined Stone Macehead

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 1/2 in. (282 grams, 64 mm).

With squat oblate body and central mounting hole.

Provenance

Ex 1990s collection and with a central London gallery.

CONDITION

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LOT 1404

Mesopotamian Orange Veined Stone Macehead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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