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LOT 1550

Western Asiatic Polished Stone Macehead

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

3 3/8 in. (435 grams, 86 mm).

Ovoid body with circular socket.

Provenance

From the collection of a London, UK, gentleman, 1990s.

Literature

Cf. Gorelik, M., Weapons of Ancient East, IV millennium BC-IV century BC, Saint Petersburg, 2003, pl.XXXI, no.30, for type.

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LOT 1550

Western Asiatic Polished Stone Macehead

Estimate £80 - 100€93 - 116 (for guidance only)$108 - 135 (for guidance only)

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 £44 (EUR 52; USD 60) +BP*

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