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A thin, carefully worked pendant carved from dense black basalt, presenting an elegant oval profile with a subtle convex curvature. The form tapers gently toward the pierced end, creating a slight asymmetry that suggests intentional orientation when worn. The perforation is small and neatly drilled, with soft rounding from wear consistent with repeated suspension rather than a purely symbolic or funerary piercing. The edges are smoothly finished and gently rounded, indicating careful shaping and prolonged handling.
The controlled simplicity of form, evidence of wear, and material choice place this pendant firmly within the early tradition of meaningful personal objects that bridge adornment, identity, and ritual practice at the dawn of Egyptian civilization...
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Widely regarded as one of the leading antiquities dealers in the United States, Sands of Time distinguishes itself through exceptional scholarship, ethical collecting standards, and museum-level documentation. The gallery’s founder, Sue McGovern-Huffman, is among only about one hundred appraisers worldwide to hold the ISA CAPP designation, the highest credential awarded by the International Society of Appraisers. Her dual expertise as both dealer and certified appraiser ensures that every object is presented with transparent provenance, condition analysis, and full USPAP-compliant valuation support. For collectors, fiduciaries, and institutions seeking rigor, integrity, and curatorial depth, Sands of Time remains one of the most trusted sources internationally for authentic ancient art.
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