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LOT 1227
Western Asiatic Hardstone Scaraboid Stamp Seal
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/4 in. (5.17 grams, 20 mm).
Domed body with incised circumferential band above the rim, underside with a stylised quadruped and star-like motifs.
ProvenanceEx West Country, UK, collection, 1990s.
Accompanied by a previously illustrated catalogue card with provenance.
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LOT 1227
Western Asiatic Hardstone Scaraboid Stamp Seal
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£50 (EUR 58; USD 68) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £100
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Western Asiatic Jasper Scaraboid Seal
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Opening Bid: £150
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From the 'S' collection, acquired 1970-1990s. -
Old Babylonian Terracotta Cuneiform Tablet Fragment for Sale of Items
Circa 21st century B.C.Estimate: £50 - 70 (+bp*)
Bids: 5 | Current Bid: £35
Rectangular section with impressed cuneiform text on three sides. 36 grams, 42 mm
London, UK, art market, 1980s. Private collection, London, UK.
