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LOT 1440
Western Asiatic Black Stone Seal with Cross
4TH MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 1/2 in. (124 grams, 64 mm).
Carved in the round, ellipsoid in plan with handle formed as a recumbent beast; underside with incised hatching; incised cross to one edge of the handle.
ProvenanceCollected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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LOT 1440
Western Asiatic Black Stone Seal with Cross
Estimate £150 - 200€170 - 230 (for guidance only)$200 - 270 (for guidance only)
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