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LOT 1080
Western Asiatic Stone Human Mask Stamp Seal
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/8 in. (9.17 grams, 29 mm).
Plano-convex in profile with low-relief facial features, large lentoid eyes and segmented hair; to the reverse, low-relief winged gryphons.
ProvenanceCollected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.
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LOT 1080
Western Asiatic Stone Human Mask Stamp Seal
Estimate £400 - 600€460 - 700 (for guidance only)$540 - 810 (for guidance only)
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