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Mesopotamian Eye Idol

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A stone eye idol with protrusion at head, wide body, thin neck, large eyes. Dimensions: 4" H x 2-1/4" W; Weight: 7.2 oz. Provenance: Ex. Private collection, Brooklyn, NYNote: This lot has a reserve. To win lot reserve must be met.

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Mesopotamian Eye Idol

Name: Mesopotamian Eye Idol
SKU: 65266096
Price: 440 USD
Availability: InStock

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