Sassanid - Grand Sceau seal in Lapis Lazuli - Helmeted King - 3rd/6th Century AD

Opens tomorrow
Starting bid
€ 1

Add to your favourites to get an alert when the auction starts.

Peter Reynaers
Expert
Selected by Peter Reynaers

Has nearly 30 years’ experience and moderated multiple online art research groups.

Estimate  € 500 - € 650
Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 122290 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Description from the seller

Great Sassanid seal in lapis lazuli in the shape of a dome depicting a seated, helmeted man in profile, probably a king.
Lateral piercing for wearing as a pendant.
Dimensions: 26 mm x 24 mm
Sassanid Empire, around the 3rd to 6th century AD - superb quality
Origin information: Netherlands, Galerie M.B.G.
Previous provenance: formed in the 1970s from a former private collection.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google Translate

Great Sassanid seal in lapis lazuli in the shape of a dome depicting a seated, helmeted man in profile, probably a king.
Lateral piercing for wearing as a pendant.
Dimensions: 26 mm x 24 mm
Sassanid Empire, around the 3rd to 6th century AD - superb quality
Origin information: Netherlands, Galerie M.B.G.
Previous provenance: formed in the 1970s from a former private collection.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google Translate

Details

Culture
Sassanid
Century/ Timeframe
3ème / 6ème S. après J.-C.
Name of object
- Grand Sceau seal in Lapis Lazuli - Helmeted King - 3rd/6th Century AD
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2017
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
3881
Objects sold
99.63%
protop

Disclaimer

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.

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.

Similar objects

For you in

Archaeology