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LOT 1278

Phoenician Bronze Inscribed Stamp Seal

6TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.

1/2 in. (3.62 grams, 11 mm).

Bell-shaped in profile with geometric design and legend, suspension look to the top. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex London, UK, gentleman 1980-1990s.
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.

CONDITION

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LOT 1278

Phoenician Bronze Inscribed Stamp Seal

Sold for (Inc. bp): £72

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