253, Lot: 542. Estimate $150.
Sold for $280. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee. |
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Steatite scarab. Egyptian, 18th Dynasty, with the name of Thutmose III (1479-1425 BC). Base decorated with Anubis standing right, holding staff; in oblong cartouche to right,
Men-kheper-Re. Length: 1.5cm. Fine condition.
Ex Classical Numismatic Group 35 (20 September 1995), lot 1703.
Thutmose III was a successful and long-reigning monarch. Numerous scarabs were made in his name after his death.
