A pair ancient stone scarabs
A pair ancient stone scarabs. Lot includes a nice Egyptian scarab in a translucent green stone, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, perhaps olivine, with well-carved body and smooth base, likely originally used as jewelry. 12.5 x 9 mm. The second is a Levantine black steatite scarab, c. 1000 - 600 BC, with a horse or antelope incised on the base; drilled lengthwise for suspension. 16 x 14 mm. Ex collection of Peter Cheremisinoff, NJ.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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A pair ancient stone scarabs. Lot includes a nice Egyptian scarab in a translucent green stone, New Kingdom, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, perhaps olivine, with well-carved body and smooth base, likely originally used as jewelry. 12.5 x 9 mm. The second is a Levantine black steatite scarab, c. 1000 - 600 BC, with a horse or antelope incised on the base; drilled lengthwise for suspension. 16 x 14 mm. Ex collection of Peter Cheremisinoff, NJ.
Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.
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