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LOT 1253
Western Asiatic Stone Jeweller's Mould Group
1ST MILLENNIUM A.D.
1 1/8 - 1 3/4 in. (59 grams total, 29-44 mm).
Comprising: bifacial soapstone block fragment with incised roundel of a nimbate head with pouring channel, vent and locating hole, reverse similar with roundel of two opposed figures with fronds between, both faces with portions of other designs; larger rectangular block with pouting channel vent and two locating holes, roundel with rosette design. [2]
Provenance
From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.
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LOT 1253
Western Asiatic Stone Jeweller's Mould Group
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
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