Djemdet Nasr Calcite Seal / Stamp - 36 mm

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A Djemdet Nasr calcite seal / cachet depicting a ram head, dimensions 36 × 32 × 15 mm, dating to 3150–2900 B.C., in superb condition.

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A superb seal or stamp depicting a ram's head in calcite, equipped with a vertical hole that widens at the ends.

Materials: Calcite
Dating: Djemdet Nasr - Middle Eastern, 3150–2900 B.C.
Dimension: 36 x 32 x 15 mm
Provenance: Belgian private collection, Mr. J.P. (1910-1992)
Weight: 26.70 grams.
Condition: superb condition, a chip on the front face in the lower right part near the horn, and another on the back near the muzzle, see photo.
Shipping: secure and insured delivery.

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A superb seal or stamp depicting a ram's head in calcite, equipped with a vertical hole that widens at the ends.

Materials: Calcite
Dating: Djemdet Nasr - Middle Eastern, 3150–2900 B.C.
Dimension: 36 x 32 x 15 mm
Provenance: Belgian private collection, Mr. J.P. (1910-1992)
Weight: 26.70 grams.
Condition: superb condition, a chip on the front face in the lower right part near the horn, and another on the back near the muzzle, see photo.
Shipping: secure and insured delivery.

Send only within the European Union!!!

Details

Culture
Djemdet Nasr
Century/ Timeframe
3150 -2900 B.C.
Name of object
Seal / Stamp
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Subject/Depiction
ram
Year acquired
2021
Material
Calcite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
36 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
32 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
Depth
15 mm
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Yes
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