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LOT 1032
Neo Babylonian Duck Weight
7TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.
3/4 in. (4.1 grams, 20 mm wide).
Carved in the round with head reversed, arched neck forming a loop.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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From the collection of Mr S.M., London, UK, formed from 1979-1999. -
Mixed Ancient Necklace Bead Group
1st millennium B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £156
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From a bead collection formed in the 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Agate Bull's Head Pendant
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £167
Finely carved as a stylised bull's head with short horns and bulbous eyes, incised nostrils and mouth, perforated at the back of the neck for suspension. 28.9 grams, 40 mm
Ex property of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1969-1999, thence by descent. Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
