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LOT 1275
Western Asiatic Stone Stamp Seal Group
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
5/8 in. (9.66 grams total, 16-18 mm).
One plano-convex disc, pierced, with geometric motif; one similar with scooped indents, cross motif. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old English collection, 1990s.
Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman.
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Western Asiatic Twisted Silver Bracelet Pair
10th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £1,200 - 1,700 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £600
Each a penannular round-section band with a twisted filigree band coiled around the hank; clubbed finials, one with closure clip fitting. 259 grams total, 75-78 mm
Acquired in the mid 1980s-1990s. Private collection, Switzerland, thence by descent. Private collection, since the late 1990s. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Ring with Calligraphic Inscription
Circa 15th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £20
Comprising a narrow hoop with bulb to the underside, discoid bezel with calligraphic nastaliq-script legend; possibly Timurid period. 6.21 grams, 22.86 mm overall, 16.99 mm internal diameter (approximate size British O, USA 7, Europe 14.98, Japan 14)
Private collection formed since the 1940s. UK art market. Property of an Essex, UK, gentleman. -
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Mitanni Glazed Composition Cylinder Seal with Quadrupeds
Circa 1420-1300 B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £143
With frieze of antelopes and a tree. 1.78 grams, 22 mm
Acquired 1970s-1996. Property of a North American collector; collection no.021. London collection, 2016.
