Sasanian Agate Seal Stamp with Face of a King or Nobleman and Pahlavi writings (1x) - 2.8 cm (No reserve price)
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Sasanian seal stamp made of agate dating from approximately the 3rd to the 6th century AD, featuring an intaglio profile of a king or nobleman with a Pahlavi inscription, in excellent condition and measuring 2.8 cm high by 2.2 cm wide by 1.8 cm deep, provenance including a private Swiss collection (1970s–1980s) and A&O Gallery, UK, authentic original and acquired in 2023.
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- This is an antique Sassanid stamp seal made of agate dating from approximately the 3rd to the 6th century AD. The seal features an intaglio carving of a profile portrait of a nobleman, courtier, or warrior, characterized by a distinctive hairstyle, beard, and headdress, accompanied by a Pahlavi inscription along the side.
- A Pahlavi inscription is a text written in the Pahlavi alphabet, a Middle Iranian writing system used from the 2nd century BC to the 7th century AD. The script is derived from Aramaic, is read from right to left, and is characterized by the use of Aramaic logograms (huzwārišn) to represent Middle Iranian words.
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Provenance/Known History:
Ex. Private Swiss collection, 1970's - 1980's. After that A&O Gallery, UK.
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- A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot.
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IMPORTANT!
Due to new custom regulations we can no longer ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding.
- This is an antique Sassanid stamp seal made of agate dating from approximately the 3rd to the 6th century AD. The seal features an intaglio carving of a profile portrait of a nobleman, courtier, or warrior, characterized by a distinctive hairstyle, beard, and headdress, accompanied by a Pahlavi inscription along the side.
- A Pahlavi inscription is a text written in the Pahlavi alphabet, a Middle Iranian writing system used from the 2nd century BC to the 7th century AD. The script is derived from Aramaic, is read from right to left, and is characterized by the use of Aramaic logograms (huzwārišn) to represent Middle Iranian words.
Registered shipping.
Provenance/Known History:
Ex. Private Swiss collection, 1970's - 1980's. After that A&O Gallery, UK.
Important information:
- A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot.
- Invoices, import- and export papers etc. will not be shared with customers.
- Please do not pay for a won item before you are finished bidding in the auction. The system will not be able to combine your orders into one shipping if all items aren't paid at once.
Details
Culture
Sasanian
Century/timeframe
3rd - 6th Century AD
Name of object
Seal Stamp with Face of a King or Nobleman and Pahlavi writings (1x)
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Material
Agate
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
2.8 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Width
2.2 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Switzerland
Depth
1.8 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.
