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LOT 1260
Western Asiatic Black Stone Bifacial Stamp Seal with Aramaic Inscription
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 3/4 in. (34.8 grams, 46 mm).
Drum-shaped with suspension loop; obverse with incuse seated figure; reverse with legend in two lines.
ProvenanceFrom the London collection of the late Mr S.M., 1969-1999.
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LOT 1260
Western Asiatic Black Stone Bifacial Stamp Seal with Aramaic Inscription
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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