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Near Eastern Sassanian Ellipsoid Pegasus Seal browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Ancient World:Near Eastern:Stone: Pre AD 1000: item # 598668
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| This Sassanian seal has an image of Pegasus on the flat side and this piece dates circa 4th-5th century A.D. This seal was carved into a white chalcedony stone and it is translucent. This carving is very deep and the seal impression has high relief. This piece has an ellipsoid form with one flat side and it is in superb condition, with no cracks or chips. There are some spotty mineral deposits and the seal is very sharp. This piece was used for commercial transactions and was a personal seal. The Pegasus is a Greek image and was a mythical winged horse that sprung from the blood of Medusa, when Perseus had cut off her head. According to Ovid, Pegasus fixed his residence on Mount Helicon, where, by striking the ground with his foot, he instantly raised a fountain, which has been called the spring of Hippocrene. This seal shows Pegasus with a raised left front leg, and may be seen striking the ground. This piece was produced in modern day Iran and the chalcedony stone is native to the region. This piece is approximately .75 inches in diameter and is approximately .7 inches high. This seal is scarce with the Pegasus image. Ex: Joel Malter collection, Los Angeles, CA. Ex: Private California collection. I certify that this piece is authentic as to date, culture, and condition: | |||||||
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