2910 Coney Island Ave 1st Floor Brooklyn, NY 11235 USA, United States
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A large collection of antique items combined from several NYC estates. Fine art, photographs, documents, military memorabilia, art glass, porcelain, decorative antiques, and more…
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LOT 301:
ANCIENT SASSANIAN EMPIRE CARVED RED AGATE SEAL
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Sold for: $125
Start price:
$
50
Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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ANCIENT SASSANIAN EMPIRE CARVED RED AGATE SEAL
A fine ancient red agate stone stamp seal dating back to the Sassanian Empire period, ca. 2nd to 5th century CE. Of a spherical shape, etched to the flat side with a male bust facing left. The stone is pierced for suspension. The Sasanian Empire, known as Land Of The Iranians was the last Iranian empire before the Muslim conquests of the 7th and 8th century AD. It existed from 224 to 651 AD, making the House of Sasan the longest ruling Persian imperial dynasty. The Sasanian Empire followed the Parthian Empire and established the Persians as an ancient superpower and the rivals of the Roman and the Byzantine Empires. The Sasanian rule is considered to be a pinnacle of ancient Iranian history and culture before the Islamization of Iran. Ancient Gemstone Seals And Archeological Finds And Relics, Sassanid Empire Artifacts.
Dimensions
H 12 mm x W 15 mm. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
