Ancient Egypt, Goddess Shu amulet - 3.7 cm
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Ancient Egyptian faience Goddess Shu amulet from the Late Period (c. 722–332 BC), dimensions 3.7 × 2.0 × 1.6 cm, in good condition with an authenticity certificate; acquired in 2023 from a Spanish private collection, with a previous owner from Spain acquired in 1980.
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Superb Goddess Shu amulet in faience from the Late Period (722–322 B.C.).
Acquired from a Spanish private collection, S.V.S., in 1980.
-The piece includes an authenticity certificate.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally. Important information: the seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will ensure that any necessary permits are arranged; this process can take between 2 and 4 weeks.
IMPORTANT: Due to the new laws on export of archaeological pieces, we have decided to no longer sell outside the European territory for the following countries: SWITZERLAND & UNITED STATES of AMERICA.
For other destinations outside European territory: all our items will be shipped after obtaining a definitive EXPORT LICENSE from the Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4–8 weeks. According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes. The taxes will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price, and the tax rate is not applied directly to the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
Up to €6,000: 5%. / From €6,001 to €60,000: 10%.
Please note that for far destinations (Asia, Middle East etc.), there will be an additional cost for shipping.
Superb Goddess Shu amulet in faience from the Late Period (722–322 B.C.).
Acquired from a Spanish private collection, S.V.S., in 1980.
-The piece includes an authenticity certificate.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally. Important information: the seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will ensure that any necessary permits are arranged; this process can take between 2 and 4 weeks.
IMPORTANT: Due to the new laws on export of archaeological pieces, we have decided to no longer sell outside the European territory for the following countries: SWITZERLAND & UNITED STATES of AMERICA.
For other destinations outside European territory: all our items will be shipped after obtaining a definitive EXPORT LICENSE from the Ministry of Culture of Spain. We inform our clients that it may take between 4–8 weeks. According to Spanish legislation, items sent outside the European Union are subject to export taxes. The taxes will be added to the invoice, at the buyer's expense. These export fees are fixed on the final auction price, and the tax rate is not applied directly to the total value of the item to be exported, but rather the different percentages by sections are applied to it:
Up to €6,000: 5%. / From €6,001 to €60,000: 10%.
Please note that for far destinations (Asia, Middle East etc.), there will be an additional cost for shipping.
Details
Culture
Ancient Egypt,
Century/timeframe
Late Period (722 - 332 BC)
Name of object
Goddess Shu amulet
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
3.7 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
2 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Depth
1.6 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
