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LOT 1683

Western Asiatic Stone Scaraboid Seal Group

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

5/8 - 7/8 in. (12.07 grams total, 15-21 mm).

Each plano-convex in section, two with incuse design to underside. [3]

Provenance

From the collection of a gentleman, acquired on the London art market in the 1990s.

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LOT 1683

Western Asiatic Stone Scaraboid Seal Group

Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)

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