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Western Asiatic Sodalite Fragment with Assyrian Figures Western Asiatic Sodalite Fragment with Assyrian Figures Western Asiatic Sodalite Fragment with Assyrian Figures
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LOT 1028

Western Asiatic Sodalite Fragment with Assyrian Figures

CIRCA 8TH-6TH CENTURY B.C.

1 3/4 in. (5.28 grams, 46 mm).

A sodalite sherd depicting incuse Assyrian figures and symbols to both faces. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.

CONDITION
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LOT 1028

Western Asiatic Sodalite Fragment with Assyrian Figures

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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