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LOT 0818
Western Asiatic Jeweller's Matrix
1ST MILLENNIUM A.D.
1 1/2 in. (104 grams, 39 mm).
A square-shaped copper-alloy jeweller's matrix with recessed moulds to one face, comprising various motifs including stylised stars, fish and others.
Provenance
Acquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
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