This is a very rare and authentic ancient Syrian Stamp seal inscribed on the underside with two prancing animals. The top is incised with what appear to be a face and fish.
A superb finely detailed Assyrian chalcedony intaglio depicting a genie holding a acorn and a bucket, surmounted by a eagle. Set into modern 18ct gold as a pendant, very appealing. The depiction is a very rare symbol of protection.
Dating to the Neo-Assyrian period circa 911-612 BC.
Neo-Assyrian / Neo-Babylonian white chalcedony stone cylinder seal, ca. 800-700 B.C., Mesopotamia. Depicts a standing worshipper in front of an altar, with stars in the field and fish along base. 7/8"L (2.22 cm), in excellent condition.
Under the Assyrian kings Tiglath-pileser III and Sargon II, the entire Near East fell under the conquests of the Assyrian empire. Assyria's conquests included northern Egypt, Babylon, Israel, Judea, and Palestine. Though atrocity and terrorism struck unspeakable fear into Assyria's subjects, Assyria's success was actually due to sophisticated, farsighted, and effective military and government organization. Assyria dominated the Near East for over 200 years until an alliance between Babylon and t... Click for details
