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Rare rock crystal amulet in the form of a stylized bird

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Rare rock crystal amulet in the form of a stylized bird

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Description

A rare rock crystal amulet in the form of a stylized bird, Levant, c. 2nd Millennium BC, roughly teardrop in shape with three vertical grooves running up the back, suspension loop at the head. 15 mm x 15mm. It is carved from a fine piece of translucent quartz. Ex-East Coast private collection, acquired between Aug. 1980 and Aug. 1983; Ex-California Museum of Ancient Art, donated 1989. (1364).

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Rare rock crystal amulet in the form of a stylized bird

Name: Rare rock crystal amulet in the form of a stylized bird
SKU: 51558194
Price: 120 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $250 - $300

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