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An Ancient Mesopotamian Steatite Cylinder Seal, Circa 2nd Millennium BCE

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An Ancient Mesopotamian Steatite Cylinder Seal, Circa 2nd Millennium BCE

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Description

This Mesopotamian cylinder seal, carved from steatite, displays the sophistication of ancient seal-making. It was a critical tool for securing documents and goods, and its intricate iconography exemplified the holder's identity and authority.

Dimension:
2.17 x 0.59 inches (5.5 x 1.5 cm)

Provenance:
Previously owned by a collector in Kuwait.

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Comes with an additional free tradeable ERC-1155 token on the Ethereum network. This token serves as a testament to the authenticity and provenance of the item. Just provide an Ethereum wallet address starting "0x" in claiming this digital NFT of ownership. This token can be forfeited if the bidder chooses not to participate in the blockchain aspect.

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An Ancient Mesopotamian Steatite Cylinder Seal, Circa 2nd Millennium BCE

Name: An Ancient Mesopotamian Steatite Cylinder Seal, Circa 2nd Millennium BCE
SKU: 176157512
Price: 60 USD
Availability: InStock

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