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LOT 0220

Western Asiatic Silver Cylinder Seal

2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

5/8 in. (3.24 grams, 1.5 cm).

Displaying an incuse frieze depicting a Master of Animals gripping bulls; accompanied by a museum-quality impression.

Provenance

Ex private collection, 1965-2020.

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LOT 0220

Western Asiatic Silver Cylinder Seal

Sold for (Inc. bp): £910

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