Iron Age red jasper seal
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Description from the seller
ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN RED JASPER STAMP SEAL-IRON AGE /c. 900-600 B.C./-*ANIMAL MOTIF-RARE
Historical Context:
Exceptional ancient pyramidal stamp seal, likely originating from the Neo-Assyrian or Levantine spheres during the Early to Mid-1st Millennium BC. Pyramidal seals of this type were favored for their ergonomic design and were often used as personal signets or protective amulets.
Physical Details:
• Material: Carved from a high-quality red stone (likely Red Jasper or Carnelian), showcasing a deep, rich hue and a smooth, vitreous luster from centuries of wear.
• Design: The base is engraved with a stylised animal motif. The impression reveals a powerful linear depiction of a quadruped, a common protective symbol in ancient Mesopotamian and Phoenician art.
• Condition: Excellent archaeological state. The suspension hole is intact, and the engraving remains sharp and clear.
Item Specifics:
• Culture: Neo-Assyrian/Phoenician
• Era: Iron Age (approx. 900–600 BC)
• Material: Red Jasper/Semi-Precious Stone
• Type: Pyramidal Stamp Seal
Collector’s Note:
Seals from this specific region and period are highly collectible as they represent the dawn of personal identification and early bureaucratic systems in the Near East.
Weight: 2g
Size: 16.5mm
P.S.
Item acquired in 2011 from private seller in USA.
A. R. California
ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN RED JASPER STAMP SEAL-IRON AGE /c. 900-600 B.C./-*ANIMAL MOTIF-RARE
Historical Context:
Exceptional ancient pyramidal stamp seal, likely originating from the Neo-Assyrian or Levantine spheres during the Early to Mid-1st Millennium BC. Pyramidal seals of this type were favored for their ergonomic design and were often used as personal signets or protective amulets.
Physical Details:
• Material: Carved from a high-quality red stone (likely Red Jasper or Carnelian), showcasing a deep, rich hue and a smooth, vitreous luster from centuries of wear.
• Design: The base is engraved with a stylised animal motif. The impression reveals a powerful linear depiction of a quadruped, a common protective symbol in ancient Mesopotamian and Phoenician art.
• Condition: Excellent archaeological state. The suspension hole is intact, and the engraving remains sharp and clear.
Item Specifics:
• Culture: Neo-Assyrian/Phoenician
• Era: Iron Age (approx. 900–600 BC)
• Material: Red Jasper/Semi-Precious Stone
• Type: Pyramidal Stamp Seal
Collector’s Note:
Seals from this specific region and period are highly collectible as they represent the dawn of personal identification and early bureaucratic systems in the Near East.
Weight: 2g
Size: 16.5mm
P.S.
Item acquired in 2011 from private seller in USA.
A. R. California
Details
Culture
Iron Age
Century/ Timeframe
1500-1200 B.C.
Name of object
seal
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2020
Material
red jasper
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2011
Previous owner - country acquired from
United States
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
