Superb large Bactrian copper cylinder seal

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A superb large Bactrian copper cylinder sealwith a scene showing a human figure leading a winged horse which is being attacked from behind by a lion; with crescent moons in the field.
Stock Number:
x9201
$ 3450.00

Description

A superb large Bactrian copper cylinder sealwith a scene showing a human figure leading a winged horse which is being attacked from behind by a lion; with crescent moons in the field.
Probably worn as a bead.

 

Origin:

Circa 2nd Millennium B.C., BMAC (Bactria-Margiana Archaeological Complex)

Dimensions:

Length: 5 cm / Diameter: 2.2 cm

Condition:

Intact with a built up verdigris patina, the suspension hole with earth accretions evident.