Lot 86
  • 86

A Fatimid Carved Rock Crystal Pommel, Probably Egypt, 9th-10th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

of oval form with cylindrical hole, the sides carved in relief and a central band incised with triangular decoration

Condition

In good overall condition, various small nicks and abrasions, some encrusted dirt to the interior hole, as viewed.
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