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Rock Crystal Stamp Seal with Head Rock Crystal Stamp Seal with Head Rock Crystal Stamp Seal with Head
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LOT 1970

Rock Crystal Stamp Seal with Head

20TH CENTURY A.D.

3/4 in. (3.6 grams, 16 mm).

Scaraboid in form and bearing intaglio male bust facing left, full beard and laureate crown, pierced for suspension; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

Acquired between 1980-1983.
From the Empire collection, an important UK private collection of seals.

CONDITION
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LOT 1970

Rock Crystal Stamp Seal with Head

Sold for (Inc. bp): £221

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