Sassanian Seal with Profile Bust

3rd-7th century A.D. A carnelian stamp seal of plano-convex form, incuse profile bust left to base; drilled for suspension; repaired. 5.91 grams, 17 mm (5/8 in.). Acquired 1980s.UK private collection.

3rd-7th century AD. A mixed group of carved carnelian plano-convex stamp seal matrices each with an intaglio motif including profile bust, quadruped and bird. 13 grams total, 10-13mm (1/2"). From an o

3rd-7th century AD. A mixed group of carnelian stamp seals, five with an incised geometric motif, two with a profile bust, one with a putto. 16.8 grams total, 10-17mm (1/4 - 1/2"). Property of a Londo

3rd-7th century AD. A plano-convex banded agate stamp seal pierced to accept a gold suspension loop, intaglio bearded profile bust with arc of pellets around. Accompanied by a museum-quality impressio

A mixed group of undated archaistic Sassanian and Bactrian style stamp seals in carnelian, haematite and other stones with intaglios including profile bust, bird and dog. 25 grams total, 18-21mm (3/4"

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, jasper, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including zebu, lion, profile bust and gryphon. 138 grams total

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, and chalcedony with intaglios including profile bust, stag, warrior with sword and ibex. 154 grams total, 12-27mm

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, jasper, agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including bird, profile bust, ibex, zebu and centaur. 181 grams

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including profile bust, gryphon, bird and lion. 145 grams total, 12-26m

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony, jasper, and lapis lazuli with intaglios including profile bust, bird, lion and horse. 170 grams total,

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in jasper, carnelian, agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including profile bust, pair of ibexes, warrior with spear, sph

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony and banded agate with intaglios including horse, two-headed ibex, bird and profile bust. 215 grams tota

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, jasper, agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including bird, gryphon, profile bust and zebu. 150 grams total

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, various agates, and chalcedony with intaglios including gryphon, ibex, horse and profile bust. 147 grams total, 12-28mm (

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in chalcedony, carnelian, agate, and lapis lazuli with intaglios including profile bust, advancing animal and bird. 151 grams total, 12

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony and jasper with intaglios including profile bust, lion, zebu, warrior with spear and gryphon. 148 grams

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including gryphon, profile bust, zebu, ibex and bird. 199 grams total,

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, chalcedony and jasper with intaglios including profile bust, zebu, armed warrior and ibex. 173 grams total, 12-26m

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in jasper, carnelian, agate and chalcedony with intaglios including ibex, gryphon, profile bust and bird. 201 grams total, 12-29mm (1/2

A group of twenty undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, banded agate, chalcedony and lapis lazuli with intaglios including profile bust, lion, zebu and bird. 192 grams to

A group of thirteen undated archaistic Sassanian style stamp seals in carnelian, agate, and chalcedony with intaglios including gryphon, profile bust, warrior and ibex. 146 grams total, 12-26mm (1/2 -

3rd-7th century AD. A mixed group of stamp seals with profile portrait bust, bird, horse and geometric motifs in chalcedony, carnelian, blue and clear agate. 20 grams total, 18-21mm (3/4"). Property o

3rd-1st century BC. A D-section keeled hoop supporting a scaphoid plaque with intaglio profile bust of a clean-shaven youthful male. 4.40 grams, 21mm overall, 18.60mm internal diameter (approximate si

19th century AD. A gilt openwork seal with inset chalcedony plaque with intaglio profile bust of a bearded scholar with close-fitting cap and rosette. 10.7 grams, 36mm (1 1/4"). Property of a lady; fr