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LOT 0477
Phoenician Scaraboid
6TH-4TH CENTURY B.C.
1/2 in. (1.5 grams, 12 mm).
A polished stone scaraboid drilled horizontally for suspension; incuse schematic animal on base.
Provenance
Acquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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LOT 0477
Phoenician Scaraboid
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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