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LOT 1918

Western Asiatic Style Rock Crystal Gaming Piece Group

20TH CENTURY A.D.

1 1/8 - 3 in. (334 grams total, 27-77 mm).

Comprising: a large horse-head shaped piece, three conical with engraved scroll motifs, and a bow-shaped piece with engraved leaves. [5, No Reserve]

Provenance

From the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman; formerly acquired in the 1980s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 1918

Western Asiatic Style Rock Crystal Gaming Piece Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £715

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