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Near East / Egypt, Byzantine Empire / Fatimid Caliphate, ca. 8th to 12th century CE. The legends may include religious expressions, names of reigning rulers, and locations and these were often used for weighing coinage. The nature of the glass material helped prevent tampering with the finished piece, making glass a popular material for objects like weights, tokens, and seals. In an era where merchants faced severe punishments for fraud, these glass items ensured authenticity and trust in trade. Size of purple glass: 0.8" Diameter (2 cm)

Provenance: private London, UK collection, ex-Sultain Antiques, Grey's Market 1990s.

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#190611

    Condition:
  • Chips and nicks to the surfaces of all. Rubbing and softening to details. Light mineral encrustations.

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by Artemis Fine Arts
January 30, 2025 8:00 AM MST
686 S. Taylor Ave., #108
Louisville, CO, US 80027

Artemis Fine Arts

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Bid Increments
From: To: Increments:
$0 $299 $25
$300 $999 $50
$1,000 $1,999 $100
$2,000 $4,999 $250
$5,000 $9,999 $500
$10,000 $19,999 $1,000
$20,000 $49,999 $2,500
$50,000 $99,999 $5,000
$100,000 $199,999 $10,000
$200,000 + $20,000