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Rare Bactrian Marbled Stone Idol

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Item Details

Description

Near East, Bactria, ca. 2nd Millennium BCE. Large stone idol in the shape of a wheel with a groove around the middle of the sides. Wheel is composed of a beautiful marbled stone with hints of white, gold and purple. Size: 14-3/4"D. Custom stand. Rare form!

Provenance: Ex-private Boston, MA collection.

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Condition

Intact and excellent with nice deep surface deposits

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Rare Bactrian Marbled Stone Idol

Name: Rare Bactrian Marbled Stone Idol
SKU: 33787431
Price: 3250 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $5,000 - $7,000

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