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5th C. Egyptian Coptic Bone Figural Hairpin + Talisman

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5th C. Egyptian Coptic Bone Figural Hairpin + Talisman
5th C. Egyptian Coptic Bone Figural Hairpin + Talisman
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Description
**Originally Listed At $300**

Egypt, Coptic culture, 5th to 8th century CE. A hand-carved ungulate or bovine bone idol of an abstract head and a slender pin form figural head. The broader piece is a flattened panel shape, perhaps a talisman or amulet. The pin may have been for hair, the elaborate headdress and clothing of the figure finial possibly emulating royalty or religious authority. Size of pin: 4.5" L x 0.45" W (11.4 cm x 1.1 cm)

Provenance: private Ojai, California, USA collection, by inheritance, collected before 2000

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#179648
Condition
Age expected chips and pitting, but otherwise intact and both are in very good condition. Light mineral and earthen deposits.
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5th C. Egyptian Coptic Bone Figural Hairpin + Talisman

Estimate $400 - $600
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Starting Price $200
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Artemis Gallery

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Bob Dodge
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