An ancient Near Eastern carved lapis lazuli cylinder seal. Cylinder seals were widely used in the ancient Near East as a form of personal identification and a means of authentication. They were often intricately carved with various scenes, symbols, or inscriptions. Cylinder seals were typically rolled onto clay or other soft materials to leave an impression, serving as a unique signature or mark of authority. Dates back to the 1st millennium BC. Ancient Carved Seals And Historical Artifacts for Collectors.
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