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LOT 0816
Neo-Babylonian Agate Stamp Seal with King Worshipping
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY B.C.
3/4 in. (11.68 grams, 22.09 mm).
An agate stamp seal with slightly convex base bearing intaglio scene of a worshipping king standing left, a star above; pierced towards the apex for suspension.
ProvenanceAcquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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