Lot 0148

Sumerian Vulture Amulet

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Early Dynastic Steatite Vulture Eagle Amulet, Sumerian, 2800-2600 BC: This steatite amulet, in the shape of a vulture eagle, measures 4.5x3x0.5 cm (1.77x1.18x0.20 inches) and weighs 10 grams. Hailing from the Sumerian Early Dynastic Period, around 2800-2600 BC, it is em

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An Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Vulture Amulet, 1st Millennium BCE: This steatite amulet, carved in the likeness of a vulture, was a potent symbol in the Near East, embodying protection and celestial connection. Such talismans were commonly used in rituals, believed t

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Two Sumerian Amulets: Lot of two pendant amulets, 1-5/8 & 1-1/8 L "

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Sumerian Stone Amulet, c. 3rd Millennium B.C.: Sumerian Stone Amulet, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C.In the form of a recumbent calf, pierced for suspension though its back. Size: 4.3 cm L - 1 11/16” Material: StoneProvena

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Sumerian Steatite Amulet of “Imdugud”, The Divine Bird,: Sumerian Steatite Amulet of “Imdugud”, The Divine Bird, c. 2500-2200 B.C.Bulging eyes, deployed wings, his feet tucked under his body, drilled hole at the back for suspension. Imdugud: in Sumerian

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Sumerian Stone Amulet Bull Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic: Sumerian Stone Amulet of a Bull, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C. Sumerian, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C. In the form of a recumbent calf, pierced vertic

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Large Sumerian Steatite Amulet of a Bird, c. 2500 B.C.: Item: Large Sumerian Steatite Amulet of a Bird, c. 2500 B.C. Date/Origin: Sumerian, c. 2500 B.C. Materials: Steatite Dimensions: 8.1 cm L - 3 3/16 inches Provenance: Ex Scottish private collection, ac

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Roman / Persian Glass Beads + Sumerian Duck Amulet: Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer, ca. 3000 to 2000 BCE. Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE; Near East, Persian Empire / Egypt, Islamic culture, ca. 7th to 11th century CE. A collec

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Large and Rare Sumerian Calcite Amulet of Feline: Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumer, Jemdt Nasr Period, ca. 3100 to 2800 BCE. A smooth calcite amulet of a feline, posed dynamically as if caught in the act of running or jumping, with its head turn

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Sumerian marble amulet of a Hedgehog: The California Museum of Ancient Art is de-accessioning lot # 89 to raise funds for its Ancient Art Acquisition Fund in order to build its growing collections. A Sumerian marble amulet of a Hedgehog,

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Sumerian chalcedony amulet of a recumbent bull: A Sumerian chalcedony amulet of a recumbent bull, c. 3100 – 2900 BC, with some wear but good details preserved and suspension hole through back. 20x15mm. Ex-Maine private collection.

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A Sumerian Carnelian Rotund Amulet: This Sumerian carnelian amulet is a relic of profound craftsmanship and symbolism. The rotund shape and warm orange hues of the stone suggest a sun-like significance, possibly invoking the Sumerian su

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Sumerian Alabaster Frog Amulet, c. 2500 B.C.: Sumerian Alabaster Frog Amulet, c. 2500 B.C.Nicely carved in the shape of a stylised frog, flat, with deep incisions on its back for the legs and eyes. Highly polished surface.Size:3.5 cm L - 1 3/8”

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Sumerian Steatite Frog Amulet, c. c. 2400 -2000 B.C.: Sumerian Steatite Frog Amulet, c. c. 2400 -2000 B.C.Nicely carved in the shape of a stylised frog, flat, with deep incisions on its back for the eyes & legs.Size: 2.8 cm L - 1 1/8” Material: Steatit

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Rare Sumerian Alabaster Bull Amulet: Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumerian, Late Uruk to Jemdet Nasr period, ca. 3300 to 2900 BCE. A lovely alabaster amulet, hand-carved in the form of a recumbent bull with legs folded beneath its hef

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Circa 3000-2900 B.C. A limestone amulet in the form of a vulture modelled in the half-round in a perched position, with stylised anatomical detailing; reverse displaying drilled design composed of multiple stylised leaping quadrupeds, seemingly big cats; drilled vertically for suspension. 19.7 grams, 45 mm (1 3/4 in.). Acquired between 1975 and 1990. Ex private collection of Mrs J. Stuart, London, UK.