Auction 160 – 3 - 8 September 2024
Greek, Roman, Egyptian & Other Antiquities, Natural History & Coins
Part 1: Tu, 03.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 2: We, 04.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 3: Th, 05.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Fr, 06.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 5: Sa, 07.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 6: Su, 08.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
The auction is closed.
Part 2: We, 04.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 3: Th, 05.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 4: Fr, 06.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 5: Sa, 07.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
Part 6: Su, 08.09.2024, from 1:00 PM CEST
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Description
Late Period, 664-332 B.C.. Modelled seated on a tongue-shaped base, with fur detailing and suspension loop to the back. Cf. Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, item 29(c). 1.58 grams, 12 mm (1/2 in.).
The cat was sacred to Bastet, a protective mother goddess and the daughter of the sun god Re. Amulets provided the wearer with the goddess's protection.
From an early 20th century collection.
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Bidding
| Price realized | 200 GBP |
| Starting price | 130 GBP |
| Estimate | 300 GBP |
The auction is closed.
