AN IVORY ARCHER'S RING
Prospective purchasers are advised that several co… Read more
AN IVORY ARCHER'S RING

MUGHAL INDIA, CIRCA 17TH CENTURY

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AN IVORY ARCHER'S RING
MUGHAL INDIA, CIRCA 17TH CENTURY
Of typical shape, engraved with a calligraphic medallion in nasta'liq script reading "Ya Musa bin Ja'far", attractive light brown patina, the inscription possibly later
1.3/8in. (3.5cm.) long
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Sale room notice
The USA has recently changed its policy on the import of property containing elephant ivory. Only Asian Elephant ivory may be imported into the USA, and imports must be accompanied by DNA analysis and confirmation the object is more than 100 years old. Buyers will be responsible for the costs of obtaining any DNA analysis or other report required in connection with their proposed import into the USA. A buyer’s inability to export or import a lot is not a basis for cancelling their purchase.

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Lot Essay

The inscription 'Ya Musa bin Ja'far' refers to the seventh Shi'a Imam, Musa al-Kazim (d. 799 AD).

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