TWELVE ANCIENT INTAGLIO RING SEALS: GROUP A

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre 1492: item #421917
INTAGLIO.A

The price, stone type, and longest millimeter size for each of these fascinating ancient intaglio ring seals in this group of eight [100.57(F, H, I, N, R, S, X, Z)HD] are shown on the individual seal’s own photo. Found in Western Afghanistan during the Russian occupation, each of the seals is in very good condition and can be easily set in a contemporary mount. Attributed to the Sassanian Empire, c.300-600AD, the seals represent truly amazing examples of the ancient gem cutter’s skill. Stone typ... Click for details

TWELVE ANCIENT SEAL BEADS PRICED INDIVIDUALLY

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre 1492: item #421528
DONUT.C

The polished ‘gem’ stone beads [100.43(C, D, E, F, G, K, L, N, P)HD and 100.44(B)HD] in this colorful group, put in an 10-photo lot for convenience but each offered individually, are known because of their shape as ‘donut’ seals. Attributed to the Sassanian Empire, c.300-600AD and found in the western regions of Afghanistan during the Russian occupation, each of the seals is uniquely incised with an image of man, beast, or revered symbol. Stone types in this group include agate, carnelian, and c... Click for details

TWELVE ANCIENT SEAL BEADS PRICED INDIVIDUALLY

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre 1492: item #421443
DONUT.B

The polished ‘gem’ stone beads [100.40(E,F,G,H,I,K)HD and 100.41(B,C,E,F,H)HD] in this colorful group (a cast bronze bead is included), put in an 11-photo lot for convenience but each offered individually, are known because of their shape as ‘donut’ seals. Attributed to the Sassanian Empire, c.300-600AD and found in the western regions of Afghanistan during the Russian occupation, each of the seals is uniquely incised with an image of man, beast, or revered symbol. Stone types in this group incl... Click for details

TWELVE ANCIENT SEAL BEADS PRICED INDIVIDUALLY

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre 1492: item #421396
DONUT.A

The polished ‘gem’ stone beads [100.181(A, C, E, H, J, K, L, Q, S, T, AA)HD] in this colorful and fascinating group, put in an 11-photo lot for convenience but each offered individually, are known because of their shape as ‘donut’ seals. Attributed to the Sassanian Empire, c.300-600AD and found in the western regions of Afghanistan during the Russian occupation, each of the seals is uniquely incised with an image of man, beast, or revered symbol. Stone types in this group include agate, carnelia... Click for details

ANCIENT DOT SEAL PENDANT, NEAR EAST

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre 1492: item #420341
97.287HD

Circular in form with a scalloped edge, this ¾” wide, incised steatite dot seal pendant (97.287HD) is attributed to the Bactrian Empire of northern Afghanistan dating into the 2nd Millennium BC. In excellent condition, the dot image appears to represent a kneeling figure. The pendant comes with a small display card and a certificate guaranteeing authenticity.

AKKADIAN SHELL CYLINDER SEAL

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre AD 1000: item #388978
G43

Carved shell cylinder seal from Mesopotamia. Akkadian period,2400-2200BC.In excellent condition.Length:2cm.

MITANNIAN STONE SEAL FROM SYRIA

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre AD 1000: item #388972
F64

Square stone seal with an incised animal.Syro Mitannian culture,15th-14th century BC.In excellent condition,2 x 1.5 x 1.5cm.

STONE VESSEL FROM SYRIA

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre AD 1000: item #381483
G40

Carved soft blue stone vessel for cosmetics. Found in Habuba Kabira,Middle Euphrates, Syria.3500-3300BC. In excellent condition, rim chipped.3.7x3.8cm.

STONE PENDANT FROM SYRIA

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre AD 1000: item #378565
149

Stone pendant in the shape of an animal with circular decorative spots.From Northern Syria,Hittite period,2nd Millennium BC. Excellent condition. 2x3cm.

ANCIENT AGATE RING SEAL WITH SCORPION

Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Near Eastern: Stone Pre AD 1000: item #347999
100.57ADHD

The scorpion was a popular protective image in the ancient Near East. This 8mm x 6mm x 2.5mm agate ring seal (100.57ADHD) depicts the creature on its intaglio face. Found in western Afghanistan during the Russian occupation, the seal is in overall very good condition with a tiny chip just under its rim on the domed base. Attributed to the Sassanian Empire and dated c.300-600AD, this intriguing bit of ancient art comes in a small Ziploc stapled to a descriptive card, along with a map of Afghanist... Click for details