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Hand Carved Sapphire Cameo of a Pharaoh's Sarcophagus GIA

$12,500
£9,491.55
€10,854.29
CA$17,464.31
A$19,424.13
CHF 10,142.68
MX$236,370.98
NOK 129,537.45
SEK 121,483.28
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From the Castellani® Collection of Carved Gemstones is a finely detailed cushion shape Sapphire Cameo of a Pharaoh's Sarcophagus.=7.95ct This hand carved sapphire cameo is of the "head" of a Sarcophagus was commissioned by our company to add this spectacular cameo to our collection. Sarcophagi were used to bury leaders and wealthy residents in ancient Egypt, Rome, and Greece, a sarcophagus is a coffin or a container, commonly carved from stone to hold a coffin. Most sarcophagi are made of stone and displayed above ground or sometimes buried. The most famous sarcophagus is King Tut's. Measurements: 12.87x8.90x7.66mm This magnificent carving has been graded by the GIA#2239202316 as Natural Corundum, Natural Sapphire No Heat Enhancement and of Sri Lanka Origin. The sapphire is being sold loose, but will make a custom order jewel as per the client's specifications.
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  • Weight:
    7.95 ct
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.36 in (8.9 mm)Depth: 0.31 in (7.66 mm)Length: 0.48 in (12 mm)
  • Lab Report Available:
    GIA 2239202316
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2024
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3701223557162

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