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LOT 1231

Western Asiatic Silver Polyhedral Amulet

13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.

1 in. (46.5 grams, 24 mm).

A cornerless cube decorated to diamond-shaped faces with punched dots to the edge; triangular faces with star motif; usage wear.

Provenance

Acquired on the German art market, before 1980.
Private collection, England.

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LOT 1231

Western Asiatic Silver Polyhedral Amulet

Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)

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