3rd-7th century AD. A chalcedony stamp seal with domed body; engraved to the underside with a facing lion head, wings beneath and Pahlavi script to the top. See Gyselen, R. Sasanian Seals and Sealings in the A. Saeedi Collection, Acta Iranica 44, Herent, 2007. 7.43 grams, 21mm (3/4"). Property of a North London lady; gifted from her father's collection; formerly with a Mayfair gallery, London, UK; previously acquired in the 1980s. Extremely fine condition.