Near East / Central Asia, Persia, Late Sassanian empire to early Islamic period, ca. 7th century to 11th century CE. An ellipsoid stamp seal carved from a milky tan banded agate, perforated for suspension, and engraved with an animal facing right. Although somewhat donkey-like in appearance, the legs have paws / toes, so perhaps this is a dog or another quadruped. Size: 1" L x 0.75" W (2.5 cm x 1.9 cm)

Provenance: ex-private Pasadena, California, USA collection

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Abrasion and chipping to the perforations around the pierced openings. Surface nicks and chips and light mineral deposits on engraved area.