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LOT 1607
Western Asiatic Bead with Remains of Gold Foil
EARLY 1ST MILLENNIUM A.D.
7/8 in. (1.33 grams, 21.6 mm).
A cylindrical bead with ribbed collars, partially clad in sheet gold. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Black Stone Cylinder Seal with Insects
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
Frieze of rows of insects within linear borders; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.35 grams, 16.7 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Sasanian Carnelian Stamp Seal with Zebu
Circa 3rd-7th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £85
Plano-convex type with incuse standing zebu motif, band of pellets above. 1.86 grams, 12.36 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Polished Stone Macehead
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Doughnut-shaped body and a round socket. 431 grams, 73 mm
From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman, 1990s.