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LOT 0887
Western Asiatic Gold with Agate Gemstone Pendant
LATE 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (2.51 grams, 21 mm).
A gold pendant composed of a conical cap with band of raised arches and suspension loop, set with a carnelian stone.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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A drum-shaped stone cylinder seal with figural frieze; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Cylinder seal of red stone, 18 x 20 mm. Frieze of four walking women holding standards. Mesopotamia, c.3000 B.C. Condition fine.' 13.7 grams, 18 mm
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