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    Posted 6 years ago

    Belbivdavini
    (18 items)

    Can anyone help me identify this thing? There is no markings and it appears to be brass. StNds about 6” and is very heavy.

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    Comments

    1. LaurenRedmond LaurenRedmond, 6 years ago
      This looks like the Apis bull to me, which was a sacred bull worshipped by ancient Egyptians.
    2. Watchsearcher Watchsearcher, 6 years ago
      I totally agree with previous answer.
      You can get loads of info on line regarding Apis bull.
    3. PhilDMorris PhilDMorris, 6 years ago
      Its of quite poor design, the detai is so minimal
    4. Belbivdavini, 6 years ago
      Thank you so much for the info! And yes the details are minimal with lots of marks from being grinded, but still a cool piece.
    5. Belbivdavini, 6 years ago
      By any chance does anyone know how old this piece could be? Since its brass It’s obviously not from ancient Egypt, but I do know that my great grandmother purchased this at a thrift store in the early 1900’s, but that’s all I know.

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