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Ancient Mesopotamian Shell Cylinder Seal c.2750 BC.

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Ancient Mesopotamian Shell Cylinder Seal c.2750 BC.

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Ancient Mesopotamian Shell Cylinder Seal c.2750 BC. Size 21 x 11 mm. A Shell cylinder seal carved with a group of animals left. comes with impression. Condition: minor wear otherwise perfect. Provenance: Ex Guy Clark Collection VA USA.

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Ancient Mesopotamian Shell Cylinder Seal c.2750 BC.

Name: Ancient Mesopotamian Shell Cylinder Seal c.2750 BC.
SKU: 66694230
Price: 200 USD
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