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LOT 0992
Sassanian Stamp Seal Collection
3RD-4TH CENTURY A.D.
5/8 - 7/8 in. (26 grams total, 15-22 mm).
A group of four plano-convex stone stamp seals, each drilled for suspension and bearing an incuse design to base: a quadruped; cockerel with scorpion; ritual symbols; accompanied by a museum-quality impression of each seal. [4, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a UK private collection, 1980-1983.
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Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group
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A mixed group of glass, shell and stone beads of annular, oblate, melon, and other types. 67 grams total, 2-23 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group
Circa 1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
A mixed group of glass, stone and shell beads of oblate, tabular, cylindrical and other types. 88 grams total, 1-18 mm
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
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Opening Bid: £250
A pale green glass vessel with tapering sidewalls and foot formed as a stylised shoe or boot; iridescent surfaces. 86 grams, 11.2 cm high
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