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LOT 0858
Western Asiatic Stone Ladybird Amulet
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
7/8 in. (6.5 grams, 22 mm).
Plano-convex body with incuse pellet 'spots', facial details.
Provenance
Ex old English collection.
London art market, pre 2000.
Property of a London, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 0858
Western Asiatic Stone Ladybird Amulet
Estimate £100 - 140€120 - 160 (for guidance only)$140 - 190 (for guidance only)
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