Western Asiatic Jemdet Nasr Period Amulet Group

33rd-30th century BC. A group of six lapis lazuli amulets comprising: a bull's head; a rabbit; a crouching feline; a vulture; a reclining ibex; a reclining cow. 12 grams total, 12-19mm (1/2 - 3/4"). P

3rd millennium BC. A pair of stone amulets comprising: a chalcedony amulet of reclining cow with incised details to the body; an agate seal of a reclining calf with its head turned to the side, symbol

Spanning a significant historical period from the Roman era to the Medieval times, these zoomorphic amulets, measuring 13-17mm, represent a fascinating array of ancient artistry. The collection consis

Circa 3000 BC. An indurated limestone seal in the form of a recumbent cow, the base with a seal of a 'footprint' design; pierced for suspension. 29 grams, 47mm (1 3/4"). From the collection of a Mayfa

Circa 3000 BC. A marble Jemdet Nasr cylinder seal with oval, criss-cross and chevron patter; accompanied by a museum-quality impression and an old scholarly note by G.W. Lambert, late Professor of Ass

4th-3rd millennium BC. A carved limestone cylinder seal with frieze of a running beast and various symbols; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of As

4th-3rd millennium BC. A carved calcite cylinder seal with zoomorphic loop; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birming

1st millennium BC. A mixed group of zoomorphic amuletic beads in carnelian, rock crystal, haematite and lapis lazuli. 4.77 grams total, 8-16mm (1/4 - 3/4"). Property of a Belgian gentleman; formerly t

This exquisitely carved ancient lion amulet, rendered in ivory, dates back to the Jemdet Nasr period, around 3100-2900 BCE. It measures 3x1.5x0.5 cm, showcasing the refined artistry of early Mesopotam

This exquisitely carved ancient lion amulet, rendered in ivory, dates back to the Jemdet Nasr period, around 3100-2900 BCE. It measures 2.8x1.8x0.8 cm, showcasing the refined artistry of early Mesopot

An undated archaistic group of carved stone amulets with profile bust and other detailing. 167 grams total, 50-59mm (2 - 2 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 2000. [3, No Reserve]

An undated archaistic group of carved banded agate amuletic animal beads. 34 grams total, 17-24mm (3/4 -1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 2000. [10, No Reserve]

19th-20th century AD. A group of five lapis lazuli amulets in the form of a reclining lion with erect head; all pierced longitudinally. 8.4 grams total, 11-15mm (1/2"). From the Dean family collection

Title: Sumerian Banded Marble Parrot Amulet, Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period, c. 3000-2900 B.C. Date & Origin: Sumerian, Uruk/Jemdet Nasr Period, c. 3000-2900 B.C. Description: Finely detailed, flat base, ind

Ancient Mesopotamian Amulet of Bull Reclining, Jemdet Nasr Period, 3300-2900 BC. Size 39 x 19 mm. Carved hard stone reclining Bull with hole through for suspension. Intact. Provenance: Ex Private New

Ancient Near East, Mesopotamia, Sumerian, Late Uruk to Jemdet Nasr period, ca. 3300 to 2900 BCE. A lovely alabaster amulet, hand-carved in the form of a recumbent bull with legs folded beneath its hef

Circa 3000 BC. A Jemdet Nasr stone cylinder seal with three running horned animals; accompanied by a museum-quality impression and an old scholarly note by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology,

2nd-3rd century A.D. A mixed group of amuletic pendants in rock crystal, carnelian, lapis lazuli, glass, and other materials including facetted sphere, pyramidal, teardrop and other types. 28 grams to

Sumerian Stone Amulet, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C.In the form of a recumbent calf, pierced for suspension though its back. Size: 4.3 cm L - 1 11/16” Material: StoneProvena

Early 1st millennium AD or later. A group comprising: a banded agate plaque in gold frame with hinge loops, obverse with inset granulated triangle, reverse with menorah and Hebrew legend; a banded aga

3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of glass and other amuletic heads comprising: a schist head on plaque with diagonal piercing; a marble mask with diagonal piercing, pierced ears and small holes to

Sumerian Stone Amulet of a Bull, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C. Sumerian, Jemdet Nasr-Early Dynastic Period, 3rd Millennium B.C. In the form of a recumbent calf, pierced vertic

Originally listed at $600 Western and Central Asia. First, Jemdet Nasr, ca. 3100 to 2900 BCE. A trio of two stone and one shell bovine and avian amulets/beads. Also, Turkmenistan, Namazga-Tepe, Namaz

This lot of 21 pieces is a treasure trove of ancient artistry, with items dating back to the Western Asiatic era. The collection's longest bead, measuring an impressive 8.5 cm x 2 cm (approximately 3.