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LOT 1035
Western Asiatic Agate Bull's Head Pendant
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 5/8 in. (28.9 grams, 40 mm).
Finely carved as a stylised bull's head with short horns and bulbous eyes, incised nostrils and mouth, perforated at the back of the neck for suspension.
Provenance
Ex property of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, 1969-1999, thence by descent.
Accompanied by a previous typed cataloguing card.
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LOT 1035
Western Asiatic Agate Bull's Head Pendant
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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