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December 0914, 2023
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LOT 700

Lot 700

Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.

Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.
Lot 700 Details
Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.

of vertical form with ten horizontal registers of script
6.5 x 4 x 3.25 in — 16.5 x 10.2 x 8.3 cm

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $922.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.
  • Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.
  • Assyrian Clay Cuneiform Brick Fragment, Nimru, Iraq, c.600 B.C.

CONDITION DETAILS

In excavated condition.

LOT 700
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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