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Lot 459: ANTIQUITIES. A Pair of Egyptian Steatite Scarabs 
AUCTION: Sale 288 - US Sale
- Sold Winning Bid: $150
- 1 Bid(s)
Description
A pair of Egyptian steatite scarabs. The first is a 2nd Intermediate type, c. 1630 - 1570 BC, very well carved with a ‘kheper’ below a gold sign, ‘nefer’ symbols to either side and directly above, sedge plants to upper left and right. 16 x 11mm. Minor chip on head. The second is a New Kingdom type, c. 1570 - 1075 BC, the body nicely rendered, on base ‘Amen-re’ read from either direction. 14 x 10. Intact. Both scarabs lack glaze. Ex Los Angeles private collection. Value range $250-$350
Lot Details
- Offered By: VAuctions
- Lot #: 459
- Listing #: 200902
- Closed: Thursday, October 4, 2012 8:49:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $250