![Ancient Early Islamic Khorasan Bronze Inkwell, 10th-12th Century: This finely crafted bronze inkwell, dating from the Early Islamic period between the 10th and 12th centuries, originates from the Khorasan region. It showcases intricate geometric and floral motifs ch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458203_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
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![Ancient Early Islamic Khorasan Bronze Inkwell, 10th-12th Century: This finely crafted bronze inkwell, dating from the Early Islamic period between the 10th and 12th centuries, originates from the Khorasan region. It showcases intricate geometric and floral motifs ch](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458203_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Persian Alabaster Cylinder Seal with Human Head and Winged Disc Motif, Achaemenid period: This ancient Persian alabaster cylinder seal, likely from the Achaemenid period (circa 500 BC), features a detailed carving of a human head adorned with a hat, accompanied by a winged disc motif. This](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458202_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Persian Alabaster Cylinder Seal with Linear Geometric Patterns, Achaemenid period (circa 500: This ancient Persian alabaster cylinder seal showcases geometric and linear patterns typical of the Achaemenid period (circa 500 BC). The seal's carvings include intricate zigzag and linear designs, w](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458201_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Persian Alabaster Cylinder Seal with Winged Animal, Achaemenid period (circa 500 BC): This ancient Persian alabaster cylinder seal, dating back to around 500 BC, features intricate carvings depicting three distinct animals. The first carving shows a mythical winged animal, the second a](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458200_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Mediterranean Stone Oil Lamp: This exquisite stone oil lamp, originating from the Mediterranean region, exemplifies the sophisticated craftsmanship of ancient artisans. Dating back to the early centuries AD, this lamp is meticulou](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458193_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718992068)
![Ancient Anatolian Black Incised Vessel, Late Bronze Age to Early Iron Age (circa 1500-1000 BCE): This ancient Anatolian black incised vessel features intricate geometric and circular patterns, meticulously carved into its surface. Likely used for storing precious substances, the vessel's small op](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458192_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Anatolian Clay Spouted Vessel, ca. 3rd Millennium BCE: This exquisite clay spouted vessel hails from the ancient region of Anatolia, dating back to the 3rd millennium BCE. The vessel is adorned with intricate incised motifs and geometric patterns, charact](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458190_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Anatolian Handled Terracotta Jug, ca. 3rd-2nd Millennium BCE: This exceptional handled terracotta jug originates from ancient Anatolia, dating back to the 3rd to 2nd millennium BCE. The vessel, notable for its darker terracotta hue, is a rare find, as this color](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458189_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Steatite Chlorite Idol Statuette: Ancient Bactrian Margiana chlorite idol statuette, a remarkable artifact from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dating back to the late 3rd to early 2nd millennia BCE. This idol, ca](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458188_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Steatite Chlorite Idol Statuette: Ancient Bactrian Margiana chlorite idol statuette, a remarkable artifact from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dating back to the late 3rd to early 2nd millennia BCE. This idol, ca](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458187_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Bactrian Margiana Green Chlorite Idol Statuette: Presenting an exceptional ancient Bactrian Margiana chlorite idol statuette, a remarkable artifact from the Bactrian-Margiana Archaeological Complex (BMAC), dating back to the late 3rd to early 2nd mi](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458186_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Terracotta Figure with Hollow Head (8 inches): Retail Price: $800 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) This intriguing artifact is an Ancient Mesopotamian Terracotta Figure, dating from the early 1st millennium BCE. Standing approximately 8 i](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458184_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Syro-Hittite Terracotta Idol: Retail Price: $1200 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) This intriguing artifact is an Ancient Syro-Hittite Terracotta Idol. Standing approximately 4.7 inches tall, the idol features a stylized](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458183_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Near Eastern Steatite Chlorite Vessel Lid: Retail Price: $300 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) This exquisite artifact is an Ancient Near Eastern Steatite/Chlorite Vessel Lid, dating from the mid-3rd millennium BCE. The lid, measuring](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458182_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Byzantine Clay Hand Grenade, 10th-12th Centuries CE: Retail Price: $250 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) This intriguing artifact is an Ancient Byzantine Clay Hand Grenade, dating from the 10th to 12th centuries CE. The grenade, with its distin](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458181_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Greco-Bactrian Jet Stone Container Box, mid-1st millennium BCE: Retail Price: $400 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) This exquisite artifact is an Ancient Greco-Bactrian Jet Stone Carved Box, dating from the early to mid-1st millennium BCE. The box, measur](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458180_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Mesopotamian Ceramic Bird Figurine, 4th-1st Millennium BC: Retail Price: $600 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) Ancient Mesopotamian Ceramic Bird Figurine, 4th-1st Millennium BC](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458179_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Central Asian Silk Road Region Chlorite Schist Tribal Mask: Retail Price: $500 Auction Start: $45 (FreeFall No Reserved) Central Asian Silk Road Region Chlorite Schist Tribal Mask](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180458177_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Islamic Dragged Trails Ghaznavid Mosaic Glass Flask, 10th-13th CE: Ancient Islamic Dragged Trails Ghaznavid Mosaic Glass Flask, 10th-13th CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180445472_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Islamic Dragged Trails Ghaznavid Mosaic Glass Bottle, 10th-13th CE: Ancient Islamic Dragged Trails Ghaznavid Mosaic Glass Bottle, 10th-13th CE](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180445471_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Antique Classical Period Greek Bronze Jug: Antique Classical Period Greek Bronze Jug](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180445470_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Sasanian Bronze Carnelian Intaglio Ring: Ancient Sasanian Bronze Carnelian Intaglio Ring](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444546_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Byzantine Carved Cylinder Relief Fragment with Ibex Motif: Ancient Byzantine Carved Cylinder Relief Fragment with Ibex Motif](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444525_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
![Ancient Byzantine Carved Cylinder Relief Fragment with Nomadic Figure Motif: Ancient Byzantine Carved Cylinder Relief Fragment with Nomadic Figure Motif](https://p1.liveauctioneers.com/6733/333793/180444524_1_x.jpg?height=310&quality=70&version=1718989319)
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![Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Georg-Jensen-brooch.jpg)
Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction set for New York June 19
NEW YORK – On Wednesday, June 19, beginning at 5 pm Eastern time, Jasper52 will conduct a sale titled Shimmering Splendor: Silver and Gold Auction. Its 152 lots almost exclusively showcase those precious metals in pieces by brand-name jewelers and houses. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers. It’s no surprise, then, […]
![Enigmatic Elizabethan-style silver and Ming porcelain goblet lands at Chiswick June 11](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/178878213_1_x.jpg)
Enigmatic Elizabethan-style silver and Ming porcelain goblet lands at Chiswick June 11
LONDON, UK — At the third time of asking, an enigmatic Elizabethan style silver and porcelain goblet carries an estimate of £6,000-£8,000 ($7,700-$10,000) at Chiswick Auctions on June 11. The so-called de Pinna cup, cataloged as dating from circa 1580-1600, appears at auction following an examination by a committee of experts and two episodes of […]
![American, English, and Continental Silver comes to New York May 28](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/178020302_1_x.jpg)
American, English, and Continental Silver comes to New York May 28
NEW YORK — American, English, and Continental silver ranging from the 18th to the 21st centuries comes to market at Jasper52 on Tuesday, May 28 exclusively at LiveAuctioneers. The sale is highlighted by this early 18th-century George II silver bread basket, made in London in 1728 by Thomas Farren. With a beautiful scrolling edge upper […]
![New England and midwestern 19th-century silver holloware arrives at SJ Auctioneers May 26](https://www.liveauctioneers.com/news/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/177632887_1_x.jpg)
New England and midwestern 19th-century silver holloware arrives at SJ Auctioneers May 26
BROOKLYN, NY — Hollowares from heyday of American silver manufacturing will appear at SJ Auctioneers on Sunday, May 26. Bidding for the array of late 19th- and early 20th-century domestic silver forms by eminent and preeminent New England and Midwest makers is available online at LiveAuctioneers. Estimated at $1,500-$2,000 each are handwrought Gilded Age wares […]