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LOT 0870
Sassanian Eagle Gemstone
CIRCA 3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
3/8 in. (0.46 grams, 10 mm).
Carnelian eagle standing with wings folded, neck extended; supplied with a museum-quality impression.
Provenance
From the collection of a Swiss gentleman formed in Europe from 1970-1980s; thence by descent from the family in London.
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LOT 0870
Sassanian Eagle Gemstone
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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