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LOT 2056
Western Asiatic Style Jet Gaming Piece Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
15 - 30 1/4 in. (260 grams total, 38-77 mm).
Of stylised design, many with faceting in plan and other features. [5, No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Stone Figural Carving
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Opening Bid: £150
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Post-Classical Banded Agate Gemstone with Two Horses and Sun
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Plano-convex in section with intaglio rearing horses each on its own baseline, sunburst between. 1.64 grams, 19 mm
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Diamond Locket Ring Set with Emerald Intaglio of Eros, the Greek God of Love, Playing Aulos
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Opening Bid: £800
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Private collection, Europe. Acquired on the English art market.
