Description:

Sasanian Empire. Ca. 5th - 6th century A.D. Group of five stamp seals including four white agate examples and one rock crystal seal, all having a drilled suspension hole through their centers, and carved with a stamp impression including: a standing winged figure holding a wreath, having a minor groove flake under one suspension hole. A crouching animal with long ears, intact. A reclining deer with large antlers, intact. A winged figure holding an instrument, with inscription, intact. Finally, a winged horse with inscription, intact. Size: 5/8" to 3/4"W.

Provenance: Private NYC. collection, acquired from Henry Anavian, Sumer Gallery, NYC., 1990's.

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