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Phoenician Bronze Scarab Pendant Phoenician Bronze Scarab Pendant Phoenician Bronze Scarab Pendant
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LOT 0451

Phoenician Bronze Scarab Pendant

6TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.

1 in. (13.5 grams, 23 mm).

With suspension loop and frame, intaglio figural scene including stylised birds and winged scarabs, with recesses; with museum-quality impression.

Provenance

Ex London, UK, gentleman 1980-2000s.

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LOT 0451

Phoenician Bronze Scarab Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £293

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