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LOT 0217
Sumerian Pre-Sargonic Clay Tablet
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 3/4 in. (103 grams, 70 mm).
Discoid in plan with a lentoid cross-section, bearing dense text to one face.
ProvenanceFrom an important collection formed before 1988.
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Sassanian Style Silver Ring with Gemstone
20th century A.D. or earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £286
Composed of a D-section hoop, lobe to the underside with inset turquoise cabochon, lobe to each shoulder, applied crocodile supporters on flat cruciform plaque with open mouths, discoid cell inset with garnet cabochon, intaglio crowned profile bust. 47.11 grams, 46.70 mm overall, 19.23 mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16)
Acquired on the UK art market 1971-1974. -
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Western Asiatic Glazed Ceramic Tile Panel Display
18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising four separate calligraphic glazed tiles with chamfered outer edges; each with ochre and yellow meander motif enclosing a light blue field with flowers and foliage in white, central dark blue panel with yellow scrolled border and white calligraphic text; repaired. 14.7 kg, 62 cm
Fair condition, repaired.
Acquired prior to 1990. Ex private collection, London, UK.
