2nd millennium BC. A substantial lapis lazuli cylinder seal with frieze depicting a guilloche, figure with open-fronted garment approaching a star, goat, ankh and other items, faravahar above a seated figure in flounced gown on the backs of two beasts, gryphon attacking a goat and kneeling man in bird costume; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 46 grams, 39mm (1 1/2"). From the family collection of a Hampstead gentleman; formerly acquired in the 1980s. Very fine condition.