Auction 153 – 5 - 9 September 2023
Greek, Roman, Egyptian & Other Antiquities, Natural History & Coins
Part 1: Tu, 05.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 2: We, 06.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 3: Th, 07.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Fr, 08.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 5: Sa, 09.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
The auction is closed.
Part 2: We, 06.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 3: Th, 07.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Fr, 08.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 5: Sa, 09.09.2023, from 1:00 PM CEST
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Description
Egyptian Blue Faience Bes Amulet
Late Period, 664-323 B.C. Formed as the head of the dwarf god Bes, depicted with a substantial beard and wearing a headdress; integral loop for suspension. Cf. Petrie, W.M.F., Amulets. Illustrated by the Egyptian Collection in University College, London, London, 1914, pl.XXXIV 190c-d, for similar amulets. 4.49 grams, 30 mm (1 1/8 in.).
From an early 20th century collection, Caernarfon, North Wales, UK. [No Reserve]
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Bidding
| Price realized | 55 GBP |
| Starting price | 5 GBP |
| Estimate | 60 GBP |
The auction is closed.
