**Originally Listed At $150**

Ancient Central Asia, Bactria, ca. 2500 to 2000 BCE. A cast-bronze stamp seal of a petite size with a pierced handle protruding off the verso. The stamp face features raised intersecting lines and stippling that form a four-sectioned design. The oblong edges suggest that this stamp was of a wider form at one time. Dark green patina has developed across the surfaces to make this an attractive example. Custom putty impression included. Size: 0.7" W (1.8 cm); 2.1" H (5.3 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Zaveloff collection, Lakewood, New Jersey, USA, acquired from Venus Gallery, Israel, in 2002

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#157595

Minor nicks to peripheries of stamp face and light encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Nice patina throughout.