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Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross
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LOT 1189

Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross

CIRCA 2300-2000 B.C.

2 3/8 in. (79 grams, 60 mm).

Square in plan with chevron handle, openwork stepped saltire design.

Provenance

Ex collection of a late London gentleman, 1990s.

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LOT 1189

Very Large West Central Asian Bronze Stamp Seal Matrix with Stepped Cross

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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