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LOT 1813
Seljuk Chalcedony Gaming Piece
CIRCA 12TH-13TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
1 1/4 in. (39.7 grams, 31 mm).
Square in plan and plano-convex in section with shallow geometric ornament to the dome, rosette to the underside.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1969-1999, thence by descent.
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LOT 1813
Seljuk Chalcedony Gaming Piece
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£75 (EUR 87; USD 101) +BP*
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