Probably Sasanian, ancient Persia /Iran, c.3rd-6th cent. The lot consists of thirty-three beautiful and small stamp seals made from various stones, including chalcedony and one made from metal. With engraved depictions of horned animals, winged creatures, birds, crescent symbols and some floral motifs. In beautiful hues of translucent brown, orange, red, white and green. All pieces with a hole to suspend them on a necklace or around the wrist so that they were always available when needed.
Provenance: Estate of Dr. Ernst Eichler (1932-2018), Vienna, Austria. Condition: Very good condition commensurate with age, some larger chip to one seal.