Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 29, 2019
(Your local time)
United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 710:
Egyptian Carnelian Scarab
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Start price:
£
135
Estimated price:
$150 - $200
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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New Kingdom, 1550-1070 BC
A carved red carnelian scarab with detailed carapace, plain underside, pierced longitudinally. 2.6 grams, 16mm (1/2"). Very fine condition.
Provenance
From a UK collection; formerly in an early 20th century collection.
Literature
See Andrews, C. Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994 for discussion.
