Sasanian Stone Stamp Seal Bead w/ Ibex
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Description
Ancient Near East / Central Asia, Sasanian (Sassanian / Sassanid) Empire, ca. 224 to 651 CE. An O-type stamp seal with a piercing through the center for suspension. On the face is a recumbent ibex facing right with a plant at his side and a crescent moon and star above. The stone itself is a pretty banded chalcedony in creamy white, black, and brown hues that would have doubled as both a stamp and pendant. Included is a custom putty impression of the seal. Size: 0.71" L x 0.54" W (1.8 cm x 1.4 cm); 2.5" H (6.4 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: private Zaveloff collection, Lakewood, New Jersey, USA, acquired from Venus Gallery, Israel, in 2002
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#155638
Provenance: private Zaveloff collection, Lakewood, New Jersey, USA, acquired from Venus Gallery, Israel, in 2002
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#155638
Condition
Surface scratches and nicks. Light mineral deposits in recessed areas. Included is a custom putty impression.
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Sasanian Stone Stamp Seal Bead w/ Ibex
Estimate $600 - $900
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