8th C. Byzantine Bronze Bread Stamp
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Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 8th to 12th century CE. A cast-bronze bread stamp of a rectangular form bearing seven raised Greek letters within the recessed bottom face. The top of the stamp still retains the base of its original ring handle, and fine patina has enveloped the entire tool. Lucite display stand for photography purposes only. Size: 2" L x 1.75" W (5.1 cm x 4.4 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#141915
Ancient Near East, Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 8th to 12th century CE. A cast-bronze bread stamp of a rectangular form bearing seven raised Greek letters within the recessed bottom face. The top of the stamp still retains the base of its original ring handle, and fine patina has enveloped the entire tool. Lucite display stand for photography purposes only. Size: 2" L x 1.75" W (5.1 cm x 4.4 cm)
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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.
#141915
Condition
Old loss to original handle, with slight bending to some letters and peripheral walls, and light encrustations. Light earthen deposits and nice patina throughout.
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8th C. Byzantine Bronze Bread Stamp
Estimate $500 - $750
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