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LOT 1131
Western Asiatic Stone Flower Roundel with Inlays
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/2 in. (20.4 grams, 37 mm).
Plano-convex in section with radiating petal-shaped sockets to the underside each folled with a coloured inlay, discoid sockets between.
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Private collection, England.
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LOT 1131
Western Asiatic Stone Flower Roundel with Inlays
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
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