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AFTER PERCY MACQUOID "Othello and Desdemona", coloured engraving by Richard Josey published 1885 by Dowdeswell & Dowdeswell", together with AFTER CLIFFORD R JAMES "Woman with Fan by Mirror", coloured engraving signed in pencil lower right bears studio stamp

AFTER WILLIAM RUSSELL FLINT "Los Cientos", colour print with blind stamp, signed in pencil lower right, approx 40 cm x 52 cm

CARTON OF FIRS DAY COVERS & LITTLE STAMP ALBUM

An Alvar Aalto bench, model 153A, by Artek for Aram Designs, with Aram ink stamp to underside, W112cm, D40cm, H44cm

T G Green "Sark Grey" coffee service, and a T G Green's flour sifter with green shield back stamp

WILL HATCHER - THIS AND THAT ON THELMA. Classic cut of Detroit Soul here from Will Hatcher with This and That c/w It Takes Two on Thelma Records (TY42282). Vinyl in lovely Ex+ condition with just a couple of very light marks. DJ stamp on both labels and 2 faint crosses on "This & That" side.

EMANUEL LASKEY - PACK OF FOUR US 7" SINGLES. More foot stomping beats from Emanuel Laskey on Thelma Records this time to include Don't Lead on Me Baby c/w What Did I Do Wrong (T106 - Ex - clean labels), I Need Somebody c/w Tomorrow (TY4 2282 - Ex - DJ stamp on labels plus black pen on one side), Welfare Cheese c/w Crazy (T101 - Ex - clean labels) and last but not least Welfare Cheese c/w The Monkey (T100 - Ex+ - clean labels).

JIMMY GILFORD - NOBODY LOVES ME LIKE MY BABY. DJ stamped copy of Nobody Loves Me Like My Baby c/w Too Late To Cry on Thelma (TY42282). Record has quite a few light hairlines but still grades Ex and has clean labels (excusing the DJ stamp).

BARBARA LEWIS - PUSHIN A GOOD THING TOO FAR & I REMEMBER THE FEELING. Another Barbara but this time Mrs Lewis tuning her vocals on the UK Atlantic labels with Pushin A Good Thing Too Far c/w Come Home (AT4013 - Ex+/archive) and I Remember The Feeling c/w Baby What Do You Want Me To Do (584061 - Ex+ - date stamp on label).

A Framed Alice Barnwell Print, 'A Warwickshire Lane', with Artist Proof Stamp, 40 x 28cms

A Vintage Ianthe Teak Circular Bowl on Tripod Gilt Stylised Supports with Inset Green Stamp to Under, 23cms Diameter

2nd millennium BC. A carved serpentine stamp seal with ribbed ring and stepped rectangular base; intaglio scene with figures and beasts; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 4.07 grams, 18mm (3/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

1st millennium BC. A group of three stone stamp seals of conical form, all pierced for suspension, comprising: one with an advancing lion facing back, one with a crescent moon above an altar(?), one with a standing figure before an altar. 12.5 grams total, 16-18mm (3/4"). Property of a London lady; from her family collection formed in the 1970s. [3] Fine condition.

1st millennium BC. A plano-convex agate stamp seal with intaglio image of two felines placed tête-bêche; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 13.7 grams, 31mm (1 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired by his father in the 1970s; thence by descent. Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A bronze discoid stamp seal with handle comprising: stamp face with central cross motif, each arm curved with spiral terminal, scalloped edge; reverse decorated with cluster of four dots to the end of each arm, the outer scalloped edges formed as zoomorphic bird profiles, perforations for eyes; from one side projects a round-section rod, tapering slightly. 89 grams, 83mm (3 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number W-603, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals with various shapes and designs including nine accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-444) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 20 x 16 x 23mm. This has a flat oval face, and sides that rise steeply to a stalk handle surmounted by a loop. The design on the face is linear and consists of a Y-motif and three crescents based on the rim filling the spaces left. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The edges of the face and the loop are worn, but the metal appears to be sound, and the piece generally is in fair condition.'; (T-432) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 22 x 22 x 20mm. This is round with bevelled edges. The face is flat, the back slightly convex with short stalk handle ending in a loop. The design on the face is linear, consisting of two crescents base on the rim, and spiralling line also based on the rim, and a short straight stoke also based on the rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but the piece is in very good condition.'; (U-494) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 17 x 17 x 21mm. This has a round flat face, and a back which rises steeply to a stalk handle ending in an oval pierced loop. The design on the face, done in raised liens, consists of two similar curved motifs and two small strokes filling spaces. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (K-12) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 27 x 19 x 27.5mm. The seal has flat face and back, with large stalk handle rising from the back and ending in a pierced loop. The face has an outer rim and is hollowed out inside this rim. The shape is built up from three arms which go out from the centre and then curve a little inwards ending in a point. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The face is somewhat crumpled and the handle pushed out of line, but otherwise it is in good condition.'; (D-27) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 20 x 23mm. This has a round flat face with hammered design in the middle, and the back rises to a large stalk handle. The design shows a bird on the wing. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. The handle is a little worn, otherwise the piece is in good condition.'; (B-26) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 22 x 28mm. This has a round flat compartmented face, with solid back rising via a stalk handle to a pierced knob handle. the design consists of two oblongs side by side, surrounded above and on the sides by a double band, and below by three irregular shapes. The seal comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c.2000-1500 B.C. The loop at the top is broken and much of the rim is missing, but what remains is generally in good condition. the design is rare, possibly unique, but so far we do not know what it may represent.'; (R-877) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 25 x 25 x 22mm. This has a round flat face, and a flat back on which is a small central raised portion supporting a stalk handle with pierced loop on the top. The design on the face is linear: two pairs of facing, matching linear motifs: each line begins at the edge and curls over as it reaches the middle. Two have bigger curls than the other two. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (U-308) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 20 x 20 x 24mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and convex back on which is mounted a stalk handle with pierced loop. The design is a trefoil with a dot in the centre and a short stroke within each of the three arms. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is heavy incrustation on the surface, otherwise it is in fair condition.' 165 grams total, 21-30mm (3/4-1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers B-20, B-26, D-27, K-12, U-494, T-432, T-444, R-877, T-748, U-308, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A carved plano-convex stamp seal formed as a vulture with drilled design to the flat face. 4.3 grams, 30mm (1 1/4"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London collection, acquired after 1970. Fine condition.

1st millennium BC. A group comprising glass conical stamp seal with perching bird motif and a carnelian intaglio with bird in flight. 1.79 grams total, 9.3-16.6mm (1/4 - 1/2"). From the private collection of a London businessman; acquired in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [2, No Reserve] Fair condition.

1st millennium AD. A carnelian stamp seal with domed body, the underside engraved with 'POKIAPYK' with reversed K, teardrop-shaped stroke between the letters. 1.62 grams, 11mm (1/2"). Property of a Bristol collector; formerly part of his father's collection formed between 1960-late 1970s. Accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.

2nd century BC-2nd century AD. An irregular hexagonal stamp seal with scooped edges, handle above, raised epigraphic inscription to the underside. 29.4 grams, 40mm (1 1/2"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London, UK, collection, acquired after 1970. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

1st millennium BC. A carved rectangular black limestone stamp seal with intaglio profile bust and cuneiform(?) inscription; set into a later silver ring; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 8.00 grams, 25.53mm overall, 17.98mm internal diameter (approximate size British P 1/2, USA 7 3/4, Europe 16.86, Japan 16) (1"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London, collection, acquired after 1970. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A bronze stamp seal with pierced stalk handle, rectangular matrix with grooved chevrons. 20 grams, 39mm (1 1/2"). Ex an important Dutch collection; acquired on the European art market in the 1970s. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals including five accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: T-764) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 24 x 28.5 mm. This has a roughly round flat face, and sides which rise steeply and flare inwards to an oval pierced loop. The design on the face shows a standing horned quadruped with wings with filling motifs around. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is generally in very good condition, only the loop is worn, and there is a little scratching of the face.'; T-501) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 24 x 21 mm. This has a round, flat face and a convex back leading up to a short stalk handle surmounted by an oval pierced top. The design on the face is a pattern of curving linear strokes, apparently entirely abstract. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The handle and the outer rim of the face are worn down, otherwise the seal is in good condition and the metal is well preserved.'; U-565) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 24 x 32 mm. This has a round flat face and a convex back which rises to a stalk handle, now encased in incrustation, which could be removed. The design on the face is achieved with raised lines and consists of a kind of S in the middle and to each side a linear motif, but different on each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The edges of the seal are worn off, but most of the design remains.'; U-495) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 16 x 20 mm. This has a roughly round face and round back, which is slightly convex and in the centre there is a stalk handle with pierced suspension loop on the end. The design, which is achieved with raised lines, consists of three curving lines based on the outer rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. The edge is worn off at one point and there is a hole in the seal due to a defect in the manufacture, otherwise it is in fair condition.'; B-25) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 32 x 33 x 35 mm. This has a flat face, with no outer rim, but with design in raised metal strips. The solid back rises to a pierced knob handle. The design consists of a trefoil in the middle with a support for each of the three arms, and around it on the edge three single loops with three double loops between them. The seal comes from the Bronze Age of west central Asia, and probably dates to c.2000-1500 B.C. There is slight damage to the edges, and the hole is worn, but despite incrustation which could be removed, the metal is in very good condition. The double loops could be seen as standing quadrupeds.' 306 grams total, 16-33mm (1/2 - 1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals including nine accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: T-8) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18.5 x 18.5 x 19 mm.This has a round flat face and convex back rising to a stalk handle with suspension loop on top. The design on the face shows a V-shape offset by two crescents. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1700 B.C. It is in good condition and a nice example of its kind.'; T-449) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 16 x 15 x 17 mm. This has the shape of the design, with flat face with zig-zag edge and compartmented interior. The back is convex and a stalk handle is mounted on it with grooved loop on top. The design shows a kind of star with circle in the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but the metal underneath is in good condition, and this is a nice example of its kind.'; R-487) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 20 x 21 mm. This has a flat round face and a sharply rising back to an oval pierced handle. The design on the face is a linear pattern within a rim: two crescents based on the edge, a curling line also starting from the edge, and a single short stroke likewise from the edge. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed, and the piece is in good condition.'; R-222) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 17 x 24 mm. This has an oval flat face, short short steep sides, and a back which rises gently to a stalk handle with pierced loop on top. The design, which is done in raised lines and dots, is a combination of straight lines, curved lines, and dots. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is generally well preserved, but one side of the base appears to have been rubbed off.'; R-765) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 19 x 25 mm. This has a round flat face and sides which rise sharply and curve inwards to a pierced oval handle. The design on the face consists of a S-shape and two V-shapes, one each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is covered with incrustation which could be removed, but generally it is good condition.'; T-519) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 13 x 13 x 24.5 mm. This has a round flat face and vertical sides that lead to a back rising steeply to a stalk handle with pierced loop on top.the design on the face is linear within an outer rim: a straight line with antithetical branch on each side. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. There is corrosion on the surface which could be removed. The metal appears to be in good condition. The design on the face is somewhat worn down.'; V-384) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 17 x 18 mm. This has a flat oval face, and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a suspension loop. The design on the face is compartmented and is made up of a central oval. the ends of which extend to the edge, and two crescents based on the edge beside the oval. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with thick incrustation, which could be removed, but it appears that the metal beneath is sound.'; V-312) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18 x 19 x 19 x 18 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face surrounded by a rim, and flat back on which is mounted a stalk handle with suspension loop. The design is a trefoil. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. Generally the piece is in good condition.'; V-315) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 10.5 x 10.5 x 22 mm. This has a flat round face and the back rises to a tall stalk handle with suspension loop. The design consists of a single curving line dividing the circle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but otherwise it is in fair condition.' 101 grams total, 22.5-25mm (3/4 - 1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

23rd-10th century BC. A group of five bronze seals including three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-453) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 55 x 55 x 32mm. This is round, with scalloped outer edge: The face is flat, as is the back also, with a tall handle mounted on it. This handle is ridge and has a suspension loop on top, now broken. The design on the face consists of central rosette with eight petals, around which is a circle of dots between lines, and beyond this middle band is a large number of motifs which may be more petals or leaves. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 1500-1000 B.C. It is a less common type, not being compartmented. It is in fair condition.'; (U-36) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 57 x 57.5 x 19mm. This is round with spikey outer edge, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. the design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a central Greek cross within an expanded quadrate cross, within the outer band, which is plain save for the outer spikes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in good condition -- only one outer spike is damaged -- and the metal has been conserved.'; (R-743) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 48 x 47.5 x 27mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted an oblong pierced handle. The design is both compartmented and open-work. it consists of a scorpion within an outer band, joined principally by tail and pincers, but also by its legs which serve as struts. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed, and the outer rim is damaged, but otherwise the piece is in good condition.'; the rest comprising: one discoid with compartmented oblong to the centre, irregular openwork shapes to the field, inverted U-shape handle to the reverse; one roughly square-shaped with slightly curved sides, one corner absent, design with three wavy designs splitting the square in two, each part filled with three circles, each with a smaller circle within, strap handle to the reverse. 189 grams total, 48-55mm (2-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers U-36, U-453, R-743, Y-800, Y-264, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states:(R-772) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 20 x 13 mm. This has a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop of sheet metal, thickened at the edges and with rope design along the middle. The object has a shape matching the design, which is compartmented. It consists of a crescent at the bottom joined by three short strokes to an open flower with three projections at the top. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual design, and is in very good condition save for a damaged handle.'; (T-864) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19 x 18 x 11 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a Greek cross divided into five rectangles with an extra element added at the end of each arm with rounded end, and rounded struts fill the gaps between the arms. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a little worn and bent, but the metal has been conserved and the piece is generally in good condition.'; (B-1) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 28 x 30 x 10 mm. This is roughly round, with a loop handle of pyramid shape on the back. The face is compartmented, but with solid back. The design is a pattern with two crossing lines resulting in four unequal quarters with matching designs in opposite quarters. The one pair show a curving line with straight line crossing it in the larger one a stroke starting from the edge in the direction of the centre. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-2000 B.C. It is in fair condition.'; (R-470) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 26 x 18 mm. This has a round flat face, and the sides rise steeply to a small loop handle of inverted V-shape. The design consists of spirals, one a double spiral. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It has an attractive design of its type, and is slightly damaged, but generally in good condition.'; (R-463) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 30.5 x 28 x 13 mm. This is round with scalloped edges, with flat face and roughly flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is a rosette with seven petals, all curling a little to the edge, with central small circle and lines along the 'petals' engraved on the metal. The back is shaped to reflect these 'petals'. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The metal has been conserved and the piece is in very good condition. The type is one of the less common for the period and area.' 112 grams total, 19-29mm (3/4 - 1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

5th century BC. A stamp seal with loop handle, formed as a quadruped; accompanied by a typed and signed note by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Ornamental Plaque of Silver, 47 x 60 x 14mm. This is formed of sheet silver, with an angular loop on the back. It has the shape of a small quadruped with big ears, standing with head turned backwards. The body is covered with shapes created by depressions in the surface of the object. This comes from central Asia and is steppe art, c. 500 B.C. it would have been attached to clothing or horse harness by a strap passing through the loop. There is slight damage -- a small hole -- but generally it is in very good condition.' 27 grams, 61mm (2 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number P-64; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.

23rd-20th century BC. A mixed group of five bronze discoid brooches with openwork design comprising, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-276) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 43 x 43 x 14mm. This has a flat round face, compartmented and open-work. The back is also flat, and a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted in the middle. The design shows a sheep or goat standing with feet together and head turned backwards. This figure is supported by struts within a plain outer band. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has a rare design, and is in good condition except that the outer rim is worn and dented.'; (C-5) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 46 x 46 x 19mm. This is round, compartmented, and open work save for the outer band. There is a loop handle with flat top on the back. The design on the face has a small circle in the middle, from which go outwards seven curling lines which end in crescents resting on the inner circle of the outer rim. The band around the rim is plain on the inside and wavey on the outside. This is a seal from west central Asia, c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual and fascinating design, and is in good condition save for a little damage to the rim.'; (R-901) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 56 x 56.5 x 13mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, shows a snake with curling body biting the neck of a bearded goat, while a second snake with scaly body seems to merge into the body of the goat. The design is put within an outer plain band. The design is engraved on the back. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare design, perhaps unique, and the piece is in very good condition save for some denting and damage to the outer rim.'; (R-516) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 54 x 52 x 24mm. This is roughly square with slightly rounded sides and corners. It has a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a large handle of inverted V-shape. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a central greek cross, and to the end of each arm is joined an inlet from an outer band, which has points at each corner, both outwards and inwards. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed, and the metal appears to be in good condition. The piece as a whole is well preserved save for slight bending.'; (T-781) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 46 x 49 x 16mm. This has the shape of what is depicted, with flat face, flat back, and handle on the back of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of two snakes tête bêche, their bodies forming rough ovals, with the tail turning to touch the body in nearly a circle, and the head touching this circle. Between them at each end is a curving band and five struts fill the space between them. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare design, and is in good condition. the metal has been conserved, and there is only the slightest bending of the rim.' 140 grams total, 42-56mm (1 3/4-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-516, R-901T-781, U-276, C-5, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals, each accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (T-807) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 41 x 40.5 x 18 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back ,on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is compartmented and open-work, and consists of a central Greek cross, each arm of which also serves as the arm of a further Greek cross, but with longer cross-bar. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an interesting design and is generally in good condition. There is slight denting and damage only.'; (T-693) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 28.5 x 21 mm. This has the shape is[sic] what is depicted, with flat compartmented face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a pierced loop. The design shows a stylized face of an ibex, seen from the front. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is an attractive piece for its somewhat abstract design, and in good condition. The incrustation on it could be removed.'; (T-675) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 24 x 12 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted U-shape is mounted. The design, which is compartmented and partly open-work, consists of four Greek crosses, two of the arms of which touch the arms of the adjacent cross, and the remaining space is divided into small squares. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual and interesting design, and is in good condition save that the corners are damaged.'; (T-4) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 25 x 22 mm. This has the shape of what is depicted. The face is flat and compartmented. The back is also flat, with a stalk handle with large suspension loop on the top. The design has a central circle and variously-shaped compartments.This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1700 B.C. There are some lacks around the edges, but what remains is in good condition.'; (V-946) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 40 x 6.5 mm. This bears the shape of the thing depicted, with flat, compartmented face, and back thicker in the middle, with smoothed edges, on which are remains of a suspension loop. The design shows a standing quadruped with humped back and projections from the head. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare piece, in fair condition, the ears or horns being damaged.'; (U-165) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 30 x 29 x 11 mm. This is a round disc, with handle of inverted U-shape mounted on the back. The design on the face consists of a rosette with four petals and a dot in each petal and in the centre, with filling V-strokes in pairs between the petals. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but it is generally in good condition.'; (P-13) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 38 x 37 x 16 mm. This bears the shape of a five-pointed star, the points being compartmented. The face is flat, as is the back, on which is mounted a handle in the shape of an inverted U. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The seal is in very good condition and is a fine example of its kind.'; (U-395) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 23 x 22 mm. This bears the shape of the design with flat compartmented face and flat back on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a circular suspension loop. The design consists of a simple cross, each arm of which ends in a spiral. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is in good condition, though the handle is worn down.' 136 grams total, 23-38mm (1 - 1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Mainly fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A group of three bronze stamp seals, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (V-875) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 63 x 19mm. This is round, with scalloped outer rim, with flat face and flat back in the centre of which is an angular suspension loop. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of the outer band, plain save for scalloped edge, and the area within this band is divided into rectangles and L-shapes so far as the curving outer circle allowed. In the centre are four oblongs so placed that half of each projects from the others, and along this oblong an L-shape was put, joining the outer band, and the sides of all these figures were extended to the outer band, and the sides of all these figure were extended to the outer band where there was opportunity. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is an interesting design, and the metal appears to be in good condition. The seal is generally in good condition save for denting of the rim.'; (1940) 'Compartmented Bronze Stamp Seal, c. 64mm. diameter, c. 22mm. high. This is round, with an outer rim and within that the design. This has a square in the middle with one straight line from the middle of each side respectively direct to the edge. From each corner of the square a zig-zag line goes direct to the edge, and two more zig-zag lines run parallel to the one connecting with the corner of the square on each side of it, but joining the straight line and the edge. There is a pointed loop handle on the back. This seal comes from West-Central Asia, perhaps Turkmenia, and dates to c.2000 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; (R-201) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 65 x 18mm. This is round with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop handle of inverted V-shape.The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a Greek cross with single lines going from side to side in the middle of each arm. The roughly triangular quarters created by this cross are filled with a central circle surrounded by six irregular shapes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c.2300-2000 B.C. The outer edge is a little dented in places, but otherwise it is in very good condition, and it is a fine example of its kind.' 197 grams, 62-65mm (2 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers 1940, R-201, V-875, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.

Later 3rd-mid 2nd millennium BC. A bronze discoid stamp seal with chevron handle; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 55 x 55 x 20 mm. This is a round disc, with flat compartmented face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of wide inverted V-shape. The design shows a seated figure in the centre with one arm raised, surrounded by myriad shapes which are difficult to interpret. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-1500 B.C. It is extremely rare and large. The condition is generally good. The incrustation could be removed and the few spots of disease cured.' 76 grams, 55mm (2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number V-952; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.

Late 3rd millennium BC-2nd century AD. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (R-474) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 19.5 x 19.5 x 10 mm. This is roughly a round disc, with flat face, slightly convex back, and the beginning of a stalk handle on the back, now pierced for suspension. The design is linear and consists of four crescents adjoining the edge, one with a pole supporting it. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is in good condition, though the handle broke in antiquity and a secondary hole was bored to carry it.'; (T-856) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 18.5 x 24 x 7 mm. This has roughly a V-shape, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a loop handle. The design, which is done in raised lines, consists of three parallel lines of zig-zag covering the base of the V, and a vertical line of zig-zag in each arm. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed. The piece is generally in good condition save that the ends of the arms are worn or broken. It is a rare type.'; (T-457) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 21 x 20 x 12 mm. This has a round, flat face with notched edge, and flat back on which is mounted a loop handle. The design on the face, which is cut into the surface, shows a heraldic eagle: head sideways on top, wings spread, and tail feathers down. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but generally it is in fair condition, and is a fine example of its type.'; (U-513) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 12 mm. This has a round flat face and a back which rises to the base of a button which is pierced for suspension. The design on the face shows a horse with head down and a Greek inscription above it: ??????[?] Of the king. This comes from west central Asia and is to be dated to the Bactrian dynasty, c. 300-100 B.C. It is in good condition. (U-458) A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 31 x 7 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of strip metal. The design is compartmented and consists of a simple cross dividing the square into four smaller squares, in each of which is a central small circle surrounded by a zig-zag square. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a less common type, and though it is bent, it is otherwise in quite good condition.'; (D-9) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 55 x 55 x 16 mm. This is round, with flat face and back, the design being openwork and compartmented. There is a stout loop handle like an inverted V on the back. The design consists of five loops starting from a very short strut on the central small circle, four of which then support each two outer loops, one on each arm, joining up to the outer band. The fifth inner loop supports only one such outer loop. A simple band surrounds the whole. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition, only the outer band being slightly dented.'; (W-143) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 15 mm. This is a thick disc with flat face and back, on which is mounted a handle of sheet metal with two grooves over it. The design consists of a central globe surrounded by a looping line and in the gaps between the loops and the outer rim a smaller globe is placed (one now missing"). This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is a less common type and the metal is sound, while the seal is generally in fair condition.'; (V-280) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 25 x 9 mm. This is a round flat disc with a piece of pierced strip metal mounted on the back as a handle. The design on the face shows a symbol in the middle like a spear-head, and to each side a standing figure holding a rod or weapon in one hand. The one figure has a normal head, the other what seems to be the head of a horned animal. This comes from west central Asia and is a little known type and so difficult to date, but c. 500 B.C. to 200 A.D. is most probably the correct range.' 105 grams total, 20-31mm (3/4 -1"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

2nd millennium BC. A schist stamp seal comprising eight radiating leaf-shaped panels and a loop handle, central roundel with regardant wolf(?) and foliage. 45.5 grams, 60mm (2 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired from his father's collection. Fine condition, repaired.

23rd-20th century BC. A bronze discoid openwork seal with handle to the reverse, accompanied by a typed and signed note by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 71 x 70 x 23. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted-V shape. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of four sitting monkeys in a circle with tails erect, three of them holding something in their front paws, the fourth not holding anything but the paws up. The design is enclosed within a plain band. Design repeated on back. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has a rare, possibly unique design, and is in very good condition except that the outer rim is dented and worn.' 68 grams, 72mm (2 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number R-858, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A group of five discoid bronze seals comprising: one a seated figure(?) surrounded by irregular shapes, inverted U-shape handle to reverse; one with rosette formed of six petals within a tightly scalloped border; and three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-199) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 50 x 50.5 x 18mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work consists of a central Greek cross with a crescent resting on each outer edge of this cross, while eight curving lines base on the outer plain band support or intervene between the crescents. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. The metal is in fair condition, and save for a little damage to the outer rim the piece is in good condition.'; (R-746) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 43 x 41 x 34mm. This is roughly round with six indentations in the outer edge. The face is flat and compartmented, the back is convex and from it a stalk handle with pierced oval top rises. The design consists of a central small circle from around which six curving extensions spread out like a whirligig. They may be meant as snakes' heads. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is a rare seal for its design and save for damage to two of the heads it is in good condition.'; (P-55) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 45 x 45 x 18mm. This is round with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a outerband with scalloped edge and within it a heraldic eagle: head sideways at the top, wings spread, and tails feathers down. The seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has been conserved, and is in very good condition. It is a fine example of its type.' 250 grams total, 4354mm (1 3/4-2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers T-198, T-199, R-746, R-80, P-55, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals including eight accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: K-6) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 45 x 44 x 16 mm. This has the shape of a seven-pointed star with flat face and back, on which is mounted a loop handle. The face is compartmented but not open-work. The points of the star are each a rough pear shape, which leaves a smaller seven-pointed star in the middle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition.'; T-465) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 32 x 26 x 14 mm. This is oblong, with handle of inverted V-shape on the back. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of grid of six rough squares in two rows of three, but originally it had three rows, not two. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The two-third remaining are slightly bent, but otherwise are in very good condition.'; T-461) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 41 x 41 x 12 mm. This has the shape of a rosette, with flat face, compartmented, and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted U-shape. The design consists of a pair of concentric circles and eight petals around them. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition and has been cleaned.'; T-159) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 40 x 28 x 14 mm. The design of this seal is a pattern of two crossing straight bands joined at the closer ends by a single line. The design is both compartmented and open-work, with a handle of inverted V-shape on the back. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There some pressed earth adhering to the surface, which could be removed, but the metal is in very good condition and the seal is a nice example of its type.'; V-366) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 39 x 27 x 15 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back ,on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape . The design is linear and consists of two pairs of diagonal strokes which cross in the middle, the ends of which are held by two parallel strokes. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is encrusted, but could be cleaned and the metal appears to be in good condition.'; C-6) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 43 x 42 x 15 mm. This is round, compartmented, and with a solid back. The handle is a loop of strip metal attached to the back. The design shows a circle, not quite in the centre, and nine lines radiating from it to the outer rim. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, but the metal is in very good condition.'; R-500) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 38 x 38 x 15 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a central circle and an outer band, which are joined with four plant-like motifs and between them four simple strokes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed. The metal underneath appears to be in good condition.'; T-490) 'A Stamp Seal of Bronze, 34 x 34 x 12 mm.This has a very roughly oval shape with an indentation at one point. It is of open-work construction with a handle of inverted V-shape on the back. The design is a pattern of shapes formed by mostly straight lines. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a known type of design, but strange as now preserved. It is possible that the indentation results from loss of part of the outer rim. The metal is in good condition and the piece has been cleaned.' 190 grams total, 26-43mm (1 - 1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-1st millenium BC. A mixed group of five bronze seals including three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-524) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 43 x 39 x 9.6mm. This is formed of a grid of miscellaneous shapes, with flat face and flat back, on which a loop handle is mounted. The design appears to be abstract, not depicting anything. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare and interesting type, and the metal is in good condition, but there may be some loss of outer parts.'; (K-57) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 35 x 34 x 14mm. This is round, with notched edge, flat face and slightly convex back with central pierced loop. The face shows an engraved heraldic eagle, with head sideways at the top, wings spread, and tail feather down and spread. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition and the metal has been conserved.'; (W-99) 'Decorated Bronze Attachment, 42 x 33m. This bears the shape of the design, showing two heads of animals such as jackals joined on to shaped items not now identifiable as depictions. On the back there is a loop for a cord of strap to pass through. This is steppe art, from west central Asia, dating to c. 600-300 B.C. It is an attractive piece and the metal is in good condition, but one end of the piece is broken off.'; the rest comprising: one discoid with various shapes, possibly representing a horned quadruped; one roughly discoid with two circles to the centre, surrounded by four pear shapes, each with a circle to the centre, handle to the reverse. 112 grams total, 34-43mm (1 1/4-1 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number W-99, K-57, T-524, R-956 W-155, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

3rd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals with various shapes and designs, including five accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-152) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 37 x 33 x 13mm. This has the shape of what is depicted: apparently some kind of fish with a big eye. The face is flat and compartmented. The back is also flat and bears a loop handle of strip metal. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed. The edges are a little worn and damaged in places, but generally it is in good condition.'; (U-455) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 34 x 34 x 15mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a Greek cross with a simple cross within it, the whole surrounded by a plain band. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The outer rim is bent over a little, but generally the seal is in good condition.'; (U-397) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 37 x 17mm. This bears the shape of the animal depicted, with compartmented face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design shows a standing monster, a quadruped with raised wings and head a little down. The outer edges of the wings and hind quarters are notched. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare type, but the wings are bent backwards and the edges are worn down in part. The surface is largely covered with incrustation, which could be removed.'; (U-356) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 32 x 15mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a central circle joined to a plain outer band by seven bloom-like motifs: a single stem with superimposed cup. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a nice example of its kind, being in very good condition save for the slightest denting of the rim.'; (W-18) 'Stamp Seal of Translucent Whitish Stone with Orange Veins, 34 x 34 x 12mm. This is a hemisphere, pierced for suspension. The design on the round flat face consists of a circle of four items enclosing two smaller items of the same kind, all six being drilled. This comes from Sumer, northern Mesopotamia or south-west Iran and dates to c. 3000-2800 B.C. It is in fair condition.' 166 grams total, 25-45mm (1-1 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers U-356, U-455, U-65, U-396, T-337, T-334, T-152, V-281, N-34, W-18, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

23rd-20th century BC. A group of three bronze openwork seals, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (U-21) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 58 x 58 x 16mm. This is very roughly round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a central circular band from which four snakes spread, first outwards, then in a big loop to the head with big eyes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is some incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, the metal appears to be sound. There is slight denting of one head, but generally this is an attractive seal with a rare design.'; (R-742) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 63 x 28mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. the design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a central square, with a Greek cross mounted on each side of the square, with a dot in the middle of the cross and an outer open end which flows into scallops each side so creating an outer band of eight scallops. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in fine state of preservation.'; (R-703) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 42 x 42 x 14mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, shows a sitting monkey with front paw and tail raised. Struts reach from the monkey's shoulder to the outer band, which encloses the whole design. Design repeated on the back. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a known type, but the linear pattern on the back is rare for this design. The outer rim is a little dented, but the piece is generally in good condition.' 133 grams, 42-64mm (1 3/4-2 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-742, R-703, U-21, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.

Late 3rd millennium BC. A group of bronze stamp seals, including one accompanied by a typed and signed note by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Bifacial Stamp Seal of Bronze, 41 x 40 x 6mm. This is roughly square with zig-zag sides, and it is pierced through two opposite corners. The one face shows a recumbent winged monster with head raised. The other face shows a guilloche-like item diagonally across the area, and to each side of it the front parts of a horned animal. At one point there appears to be a snake's head with open fangs, which may imply that the guilloche is meant as intertwined snakes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c.2300-2000 B.C. It is in good condition, the metal being conserved, and the designs are well preserved. The one is rare, perhaps unique.'; the rest comprising: one discoid with heraldic eagle to the centre enclosed by two circles of pellets, the outer pellets larger forming a scalloped edge, bird in flight in high-relief to the reverse; one discoid with central heraldic eagle surrounded by seven perforations and seven smaller eagles, rosette and knop to the reverse. 115 grams total, 32-54mm (1 1/4-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number U-185, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze seals with various shapes and designs, including six accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (P-36) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 45.5 x 45 x 42.5mm. This has a round, flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle. The top of this is flattened, with two grooves over it, and just below which the handle is pierced. The design consists of a Greek cross and the resulting quarters are filled with inverted V shapes. This comes from west central Asia or eastern Iran, and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. It is a large one and in very good condition.'; (T-747) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 24 x 42mm. This has a roughly round face, and a back which rises steeply to a round loop on top. The design on the face is done in raised lines and dots, and consists of a central dot, another at the edge, and four linear motifs around: an M, two crescents, and an irregular curving line. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is unusually tall, and the metal is in good condition though the face is worn down in sports along the rim.'; (T-732) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 23.5mm. This has a round flat face, and a back which rises steeply to an oval suspension loop, with secondary hole from the top. The design on the face, in raised lines, consists of two of the same linear motifs, tête bêche. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The metal has been conserved, and the piece is in fair condition.'; (T-234) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 24 x 26.5mm. This is roughly round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle with large circle at the top. The design on the face is linear and consists of two pairs of opposite crescents, one within the other, and the remaining spaces are filled with crescents resting on short rods. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It is generally well preserved, the metal being in sound condition, but an outer rim has been worn off.; (R-896) Stamp Seal of Bronze, 27 x 25.5 x 43mm. This has a flat oval face and tall handle with high central ridge around it and two smaller ridges both above and below the central one, with pierced loop handle on the top. The design on the face shows a central standing hero grappling with two lions, one each side, the one on the right with head down, the one on the left with head up. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1500 B.C. It is a rare type and in good condition except that the outer rim of the face is largely worn off.'; (T-837) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 26 x 23mm. This has a round flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a round pierced loop. The design on the face is done in raised lines and consists of four crescents based on the outer rim, and a curving line from the outer rim to the centre. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The rim is worn down at one point, but generally the piece is in very good condition.' 376 grams total, 22-47mm (1-1 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers P-36, T-234, T-732, T-747, R-896, T-837, X-72, T-447, Y-837, U-326, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

3rd-1st millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals, some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (T-868) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 69 x 68.5 x 23 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back, on which a handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of Greek cross with a dot in the centre surrounded by a circle. At four points, between the arms of the cross, an extra section is added on:[sic] sides that flare out and a straight end, within which is a circle held by one strut from the circle, and two struts from the outer end of the added segments.This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a large piece with a rare design, and is in very good condition, the metal having been cleaned and conserved.'; (T-717) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 54 x 55 x 19 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a Greek cross within a plain outer band, with a crescent shape filling each quarter so created. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. The metal appears to be in good condition, as is the piece generally, save for denting of the outer rim.'; (T-464) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 44 x 41 x 21 mm. This has a flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is compartmented and open-work. It consists of four oblongs divided into strips so arranged that at the centre the oblongs with strips in the some direction are not touching. At the present time three oblongs have two strips each, one three, but there has been damage and it seems that originally each oblong had three strips. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is heavy incrustation on the surface, which could be removed. The metal beneath appears to be in good condition, but the piece is not now complete.'; (T-281) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 47 x 48 x 15 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back and notched outer edge. On the back is mounted a handle of angular profile, pierced for suspension. The design on the face consists of a kind of rosette: an inner band connected to the outer edge by nine compartments. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed, but the metal underneath appears to be in good condition.'; (T-163) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 46 x 45 x 19 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is compartmented and open-work, consists of a pattern. The circle is divided into four quarters by a simple cross, and is supported by struts: four from the centre to the outer rim, and two each from the four bars of the simple cross, the whole resembling four bushes based on the centre. The seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with thick incrustation, which could be removed. The metal underneath appears to be in good condition, as is the seal generally.'; (R-205) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 54 x 54 x 22 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which a loop handle of inverted V-shape is mounted. The design is both compartmented and open-work. It shows a central rectangle from each corner of which a leaf-like motif reaches to the outer band, and from the middle of each side of which a bloom-like motif similarly reaches to the outer band. This band is plain. The seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with corrosion, which could be treated, but the design is clear.'; (U-342) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 58 x 59 x 19 mm. This is round with slightly scalloped edge. The shape reflects the design, and the seal has flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape (now broken"). The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a cross like a Greek cross but with five arms, each arm of which divided into two parts which loop around and join up with those of the next arm. The seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It has an unusual design: the five-arm motif is rare. There is some corrosion of the surface, which could be treated, but generally it is in fair condition.'; (D-9) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 25.5 x 22 x 6 mm. This is a round disc with flat face and back with slightly rounded edges. A handle from the same material and pierced is attached to the back, but it is broken. The design shows a pair of standing, confronting stags with a short inscription in alphabetic script above them. This has not yet been deciphered. This is a seal from west central Asia , c. 800-400 B.C. It has a fine design and is in generally good condition.' 380 grams total, 41-69mm (1 1/2 - 2 3/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

Later 3rd millennium BC. A bronze stamp seal with guilloche to the rim, loop handle, openwork central figure; accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze 77.5 x 76.5 x 21 mm. This is roughly round with scalloped outer edge. The face is flat, and the back also, on which a handle of inverted U-shape is mounted. The design on the face is compartmented, with some holes which may or may not have been intended in the manufacture. The design is given also on the back, where it is in low relief. The two sides are difficult [sic, for different(?)] except that around the central design is a guilloche pattern, the same on both face an back. Within that the relief on the back can be interpreted as showing a walking man: head with clear ear, chin, lips and nose, and at the bottom two feet. Three crescents are clear around him, but other items are difficult to interpret. The compartments on the face seem to show something totally different, but not to be identified for certain. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B. C. It is a very large piece, in very good condition, rare and important.' 99 grams, 78mm (3"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number R-909; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Very fine condition.

23rd-20th century BC. A mixed group of bronze discoid seals comprising: three accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (T-718) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 49 x 48 x 19mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted U-shape. the face has a design created by four rough crescent shaped-lines, which create a central cross with narrowing arms. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation, which could be removed. The metal beneath appears to be in good condition.'; (R-717) Stamp Seal of Bronze, 65 x 64.5 x 18mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted an angular handle pierced near its base. the design is both compartmented and open-work. It consists of a central band and around it eight open circles somewhat irregularly placed and ten openings of irregular shape next to the outer band. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. it is in very good condition. The incrustation on the surface could be removed. The design is uncommon.'; (Q-7) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 42 x 41 x 13mm. This is round, with a 'milled' edge. The back is slightly convex with a handle in the form of an inverted V. The face has a flat rim, but the design is done on a concave surface. it shows an eagle in heraldic pose: head sideways at the top, wings spread on both sides, and tail feathers spread at the bottom, and talons indicated between the bottom of the wings and the tail feathers. Each side above the wings a snake is put. This is a seal from west central Asia, c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a rare and fine design, achieved with casting and hand tooling. The metal has been conserved and is in very good condition.'; one with various shaped lines, stem handle with suspension hoop to the end, now fragmented; one with central flower pattern and semi-circles to the edge, rectangular handle to the reverse. 225 grams total, 42-55mm (1 3/4-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers R-717, T-718, T-332, W-863, Q-7, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of bronze stamp seals, some accompanied by an old scholarly note, typed and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: (R-879) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 32 x 31 x 22 mm. This is roughly round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of oblong shape with slit down its lower part. The design is compartmented but not open-work. It consists of a central circle from which curving lines radiate to the outer rim creating a whirligig. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is incrustation on the surface which could be removed, but the metal appears to be in good condition, and generally the piece is in good condition.'; (R-762) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 30.5 x 30.5 x 18 mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which an angular handle, pierced, is mounted. The design consists of a simple cross and between each pair of arms is a stroke beginning at the rim but stopping short of the centre. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation which could be removed, and generally it is in good condition.'; (U-221) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 38 x 37 x 12 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat compartmented face, and flat back on which is mounted a handle of angular form. The design is roughly that of a formee cross with dot in circle in the middle, and each arm of the cross had three dots in triangular formation. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is covered with incrustation and has a little damage to the edges, but otherwise is in good condition.'; (V-208 ) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 28 x 31 x 6.5 mm. This bears the shape of the design, with a somewhat convex face, flattish back, and on the back a small loop handle in the centre. The shape is of a rosette with six 'petals' and round hemispherical depressions form a design: one large one in the centre, one similar in each 'petal', and six much smaller ones between the innermost and the outer large six. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2000-1600 B.C. It is a rare type and is in good condition. There is incrustation on the back, which could be removed.'; (P-20) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 27.5 x 27.5 x 11 mm. This is roughly square, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of strip metal with grooves over it. The design is a pattern consisting of a cross joining the corners, a V-shaped figure between each pair of arms of the cross, and two opposite triangular shapes and two opposite semi-circular shapes filling the remaining spaces. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. The design is one previously known from stone seals from eastern Iran. This seal is in very good state of preservation.'; (V-807) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 31 x 29 x 18 mm. The shape of the seal follows the design. It has a flat, compartmented face, and flat back, on which are the remains of a stalk handle, broken off in antiquity and secondarily pierced. The design shows a central dividing canal with forked ends, and each side the same design: something like a pair of eyes with eyelashes. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2200-1800 B.C. It has a rare and interesting design, but is covered with heavy incrustation and is worn.' 178 grams total, 21-42mm (3/4 - 1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

Late 3rd millennium BC. A silver stamp seal of roughly square shape, formed as four schematic birds with eight curved arms terminating alternately in trefoil shape or curved hook; decorated to the reverse to show four bird heads and four hatched fantails; loop handle to the reverse. 14 grams, 34mm (1 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection number Y-827, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. Very fine condition.

Late 3rd-early 2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of three bronze seals and a ring, including a discoid seal accompanied by a typed and signed note by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 50 x 48 x 48mm. This is round, with flat face and convex back, in the centre of which is a stout stalk handle ending in a pierced oval loop, now worn. The design on the face is done in raised lines and consists of a central shape something of a heart-shape, beneath it three circles, the central one divided into three parts, the other into four quarters, and above the heart-shape two spirals forming rough circles. There are filling strokes between each pair of outer circles starting from the outer edge. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is generally in very good condition, a little chipping of the outer edge and wear of the handle being the only defects. the metal is sound.'; the rest comprising: ring with large discoid bezel with tightly scalloped edge, central design with tall plant with four curved branches to each side and circle to the apex and below the bottom leaves, lower part with two sections filled with angled design, large hoop to the reverse; one a discoid seal with scalloped edge, standing quadruped, possibly a lion, with curved tail and head turned back with open jaw, inverted U-shape handle to the reverse.' 248 grams, 48-59 (2-2 1/4"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers U-39, Y-271, Y-903, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [3] Fine condition.

Late 3rd-2nd millennium BC. A mixed group of ten bronze matrices with various shapes and designs, all accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (V-793) 'Stamp Seal of bronze, 22 x 24 x 24 x 17mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and back, on which is mounted a stalk handle ending in a pierced loop. The design consists of a kind of trefoil with a dot in the middle. On edges are traces of further strokes now mostly lost. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. Save for wear on the edges it is in very good condition.'; (U-278) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 40 x 40 x 10.5mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat, compartmented and open-work face, and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is a rough Greek cross with decorated arms. In the middle a simple cross joins the four arms, and each arm has (or had) a straight stroke dividing it into two parts. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is generally in fair condition, but the loop is damaged and one arm lacks the dividing stroke.'; (U-355) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 32 x 13mm. This is roughly round with flat compartmented face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design consists of a Greek cross within an outer rim. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in good condition save for denting of the rim, and wear to the back which results in partly open-work design.'; (U-469) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 22 x 22 x 12mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design, which is both compartmented and open-work, consists of a Greek cross within an outer circle. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. The outer rim is a little dented, but the piece is in good condition.'; (T-815) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 37 x 23 x 17mm. This is rhomb-shaped, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design is compartmented and open-work, and consists of a two crossing lines dividing the rhomb into four smaller rhombs. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is a little wear at one spot, but generally it is in good condition.'; (U-245) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 23 x 24 x 27mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back, on which is mounted a stout stalk handle ending in a pierced loop. The design consists of three parts extending out from the centre, with a dot in the very middle and a curving line starting from the edge in each of the three extensions. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2100-1800 B.C. It is worn, but the design is still clear, and the metal appears to be in good condition.'; (T-749) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 23 x 23 x 20mm. This is a round disc, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a short stalk handle with pierced loop on top. The design on the face is done in raised lines and consists of a simple cross and V-shapes filling the quarters so created. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c.2200-1800 B.C. There is some heavy incrustation on the surface, which could be removed, but the metal and the piece as a whole is in very good condition.'; (U-456) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 25 x 8mm. This bears the shape of the design, with flat face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of sheet metal. The design is a rosette with a round centre on the edge of which three V-shapes are put and around which ten petals are put. It is compartmented. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a nice example of its kind and in good condition.'; (B-9) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 19 x 14mm. This has a flat solid back with big loop handle decorated with grooves and a rope pattern. The shape of the piece follows the design on the flat face. it is a rosette with seven petals, and a crescent above (or below) it. This seal comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. Such seals in silver are rare, and the design is also a rare one. The loop is worn on top, but generally the seal is in very good condition.'; (V-335) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 24 x 24 x 8mm. This is roughly square, with flat compartmented and open-work face and flat back on which is mounted a handle of inverted V-shape. The design consists of a central circle and two crescents covering each corner, the circle joined to the outer crescents by short struts. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is small but has an interesting shape and design, and it is in good condition.' 101 grams total, 22-40mm (1-1 1/2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers V-335, B-9, U-456, T-749, U-245, T-815, U-469, U-355, U-278, V-793, U-456, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [10] Fine condition.

23rd-20th century BC. A mixed group of five bronze seals comprising: one in the shape of a lion attacking a standing figure, design in relief to the reverse with small handle; and four accompanied by typed and signed notes by the late W.G. Lambert, Professor of Assyriology at the University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which state: (L-91) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 31 x 31 x 11mm. This has the shape of a heraldic eagle: head sideways at the top, wings spread out, and tail feathers down. The face is flat and the eagle shape is hollowed out away from the edges.The back is generally convex, and has a big loop handle attached. The seal comes from west-central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. it is an attractive piece and is in very good condition.'; (U-230) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 33 x9mm. This is round, with flat face and flat back, on which there is a small loop for suspension. the design consists of a depiction within a plain outer band. It shows a sitting monkey with tail up and front paws raised, perhaps holding something. This comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. There is some wear and damage to the outer edge of the seal, but the design remains clear. The metal has been conserved.'; (T-151) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 33 x 34 x 10mm. This has the shape of what is depicted: a standing horned quadruped looking upwards. the face is flat and compartmented. the back is also flat and has a loop handle with two grooves over it. this comes from west central Asia and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is in very good condition and the metal has been conserved.'; (A2) 'Stamp Seal of Bronze, 26 x 52 x 12mm. This is a compartmented seal, not open work, with a stout suspension loop on the back. The shape is that of a bovine with short curly tail, heavy body, thick neck and only a very slight hump. For practical reasons there are only the shortest of horns, where, as with the feet, the ridge around the edges of the seal is not continued. This comes from west central Asia, and dates to c. 2300-2000 B.C. It is a very rare piece of great merit.' 76 grams, 32-52mm (1 1/4-2"). The Signo collection, the property of a West London businessman, formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s; collection numbers A2, T-151, U-230, L-91, X-453, academically researched and catalogued by the late Professor Lambert in the early 1990s. [5] Fine condition.

26th-19th century BC. A ceramic rectangular stamp seal with ribbed suspension loop, the underside with an image of an advancing elephant with inscription along the top edge. See The British Museum, accession number 1947,0416.4, for similar. 14 grams, 28mm (1"). Property of a Middlesex collector; acquired on the London art market before 2000; formerly part of the 'Mahjarahu Collection' formed in the late 1980s-early 1990s. Fair condition, repaired. Very rare.

16th-17th century AD. A group of six stamp seal matrixes with looped handles, all with calligraphic text. 36.8 grams total, 21-26mm (1"). From a home counties collection, formed 1970-1980. [6, No Reserve] Fine condition.

14th-15th century AD. Fragment of a vellum manuscript page, possibly continental, with old red ink stamp; found in the binding of a book of Erasmus printed at Basel at Froben in 1538 3.8 grams, 15.5cm (6"). Property of a London lady; part of an English collection formed in early 2000s. It was common in the medieval period for old and unwanted vellum and parchment pages or documents to be re-used in the binding of later books; this item is such a piece. [No Reserve] Fair condition.

626-539 BC. A columnar agate stamp seal with intaglio rampant griffin on a baseline facing a short cuneiform inscription; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 12 grams, 25mm (1"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the London art market in the 2000s.Fine condition.

2nd millennium BC. A carved quartz stamp seal with intaglio scene of a Faravahar solar disc above a crouching sherdal winged lion and a lamassu; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 20.5 grams, 31mm (1 1/4"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London, UK, collection, acquired after 1970.Fine condition.

20th-16th century BC. A pair of agate D-shaped stamp seals, each with intaglio design of a standing robed figure standing before an altar; accompanied by a museum-quality impressions. 30.5 grams total, 27-32mm (1 - 1 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the London art market in the 2000s.[2]Fine condition.

3rd millennium BC. A carved amber stamp seal of a recumbent quadruped with zoomorphic design underside; supplied with a handwritten and signed scholarly note by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: 'Stamp seal of amber in form of recumbent small quadruped pierced top to bottom 15x25.5x9 mm. Design: two animals tête bêche and dots. Condition good. Sumerian, c. 3000 B.C. Rare material and rare design.' 5.49 grams, 24mm (1"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London, UK, collection, acquired after 1970; accompanied by a scholarly report by Professor W.G. Lambert.[No Reserve]Fine condition. Rare.

8th-6th century BC. A bronze stamp seal, the handle formed as janiform bust of Pazuzu, wearing a tall headdress formed as a stylised figure with crossed hands, loop above; the rectangular underside with a rearing lion attacking a bearded figure. 45.7 grams, 50mm (2"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired on the London art market in the 2000s.Fine condition. Rare.

Mainly Late Period, 664-332 BC. A mixed group of artefacts including a bronze amuletic figure; a carved ram-head pendant; a schist bread-stamp; a bone spindle whorl and other items. 262 grams total, 18-76mm (3/4 - 3"). Property of a European gentleman living in London; formerly from an old private collection formed in the early 1980s. [9, No Reserve] Fair condition.

1st century BC-2nd century AD. A jasper(?) seal, plano-convex in form with intaglio seated figure and pseudo-text; accompanied by an old scholarly note, written and signed by W.G. Lambert, late Professor of Assyriology, University of Birmingham, 1970-1993, which states: Stamp seal of dark brown stone, 22 x 17mm, a ring stone. Seated figure raising one hand, two plants in front. Bogus inscription to left. Magic gem, east Mediterranean, c.100 B.C. - 200 A.D. Condition fine. The design was copied from an ancient Mesopotamian seal. 3.5 grams, 21mm (3/4"). From the property of a London gentleman; thence by descent; previously in an important private Mayfair, London collection, acquired after 1970; accompanied by a scholarly report by Professor W.G. Lambert. [No Reserve] Fine condition.

Tang Dynasty, 618-906 AD. A mottled agate stamp seal, octagonal in plan with high-relief eagle in flight holding lingzhi fungi in the beak; to the underside, the four-character seal of Emperor Taizong bearing his personal name 'Li Shimin'. 123 grams, 50mm (2"). Property of a Middlesex lady. Taizong was the second Emperor of the Tang Dynasty, ruling from 626 to 649 AD. His reign was characterised by reform and the adoption of logical rather than superstitious reasoning. Dr Bonewitz notes: 'The seal is partially encrusted with very hard caliche (or calcrete) which takes a long period to develop, possibly over many centuries.' Very fine condition.