Lot 0136A

A Sumerian marble hedgehog and avian amulet

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A Sumerian marble hedgehog and avian amulet

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Description

A Sumerian marble hedgehog and avian amulet, c. 3000 BC, both nicely carved with hole for suspension. L: 12 mm & 15 mm. Both nice examples! Ex Flowers collection, NJ.

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A Sumerian marble hedgehog and avian amulet

Name: A Sumerian marble hedgehog and avian amulet
SKU: 74985011
Price: 50 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $120 - $150

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Starting Price $100

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