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LOT 0821
Neo Babylonian Agate Stamp Seal with King Worshipping
CIRCA 6TH CENTURY B.C.
1 in. (15.7 grams, 27 mm).
An agate stamp seal with an irregular octagonal cross-section, incuse figural scene to base displaying a king at worship, crescent in the field above; pierced for suspension.
ProvenanceAcquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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