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LOT 1404

Western Asiatic Stone Macehead

3RD-2ND MILLENNIUM B.C.

3 1/2 in. (510 grams, 88 mm).

With globular body and short cylindrical socket.

Provenance

Ex London, UK, collection, 1990-2000s.

CONDITION
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LOT 1404

Western Asiatic Stone Macehead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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