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Western Asiatic Alabaster Eye Idol

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Item Details

Description

4th millennium BC. An alabaster idol with prominent eyes in the form of two conjoined loops, squat rectangular body below. 10 grams, 35mm (1 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent.

Condition

Fine condition.

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Western Asiatic Alabaster Eye Idol

Name: Western Asiatic Alabaster Eye Idol
SKU: 68475366
Price: 140 GBP
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Estimate £150 - £200

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