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LOT 1703
Western Asiatic Stone Amulet and Bead Collection
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 - 1 in. (33.39 grams total, 15.89-25.69 mm).
A mixed group including: two barrel-shaped with etched decoration, one seashell-shaped, one mother-of-pearl pendant shaped as a fish, another fish-shaped pendant in stone, and others. [14, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Western Asiatic Bronze Decorated Bulla
Circa 2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Spherical bulla with raised geometric decoration. 32.7 grams, 25.18 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Engraved Carnelian Calligraphic Intaglio
Late 19th-20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £208
An oval intaglio with an inscription framed by a band of star motifs; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 0.64 grams, 13 mm
Acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Private collection, London. -
Nabataean Red Terracotta 'Eggshell' Bowl
Circa 1st century B.C.-1st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £39
A shallow dish with a low rim and foot. 37.7 grams, 69 mm wide
From the collection of a Yorkshire, UK gentleman, items collected in the Holy Land in the 1960s.
