Ancient Sasanian Large Clay Bullae with Mounted Riders Ca. 5th century A.D.
Rare clay bulla, originally attached to a document or merchant bundle, clearly impressed with a mounted horse and rider with long beard, holding a spear, horse wearing protective armor. Inscriptions around the border. Additional seal impressions around the outer border. intact.
Provenance: Private NYC collection, acquired 1980s from Achmed Saeedi, London.
Diameter: 67mm