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LOT 1092
Neo-Babylonian Stone Cylinder Seal with Presentation Scene
8TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.
7/8 in. (5.34 grams, 23 mm).
Cylinder with standing deity, altar, devotee, spear and crescent moon; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old London, UK, collection since 1985.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 1092
Neo-Babylonian Stone Cylinder Seal with Presentation Scene
Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
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Opening Bid: £100
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