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LOT 0267
Estimate
GBP (£) 3,500 - 4,500
EUR (€) 4,050 - 5,210
USD ($) 4,690 - 6,030
SUMERIAN GREEN STONE AMULET
4TH MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 5/8 in. (13.2 grams, 41 mm).
4TH MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 5/8 in. (13.2 grams, 41 mm).
Carved in the round as a rectangular block with slit to upper edge, vertical spike with two annulet 'eyes'; pierced for suspension.
PROVENANCE:
with M. Petropoulos, Zurich, early 1990s.
with Rhéa gallery.
Private collection, acquired in 1999.
This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by a search certificate number no.12897-241753.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
