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Ancient Akkadian Agate Cylinder Seal, 2334-2154 BCE

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Ancient Akkadian Agate Cylinder Seal, 2334-2154 BCE

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A remarkable artifact from the Akkadian Empire, this agate cylinder seal dates back to 2334-2154 BCE. Measuring 2.5x1 cm, the seal is an exquisite representation of the advanced glyptic art that flourished during one of the first ancient empires of Mesopotamia. The intricate engravings upon this seal would have been rolled onto clay to authenticate documents and secure possessions, reflecting both the technological innovation and the aesthetic sensibility of the time. Cylinder seals such as this were often personal, signifying the identity or status of the owner, and used in trade and administrative work. The craftsmanship displayed here speaks to the significance of such objects in the Akkadian society.

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Ancient Akkadian Agate Cylinder Seal, 2334-2154 BCE

Name: Ancient Akkadian Agate Cylinder Seal, 2334-2154 BCE
SKU: 168087515
Price: 80 USD
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