3rd millennium BC. A recumbent ram carved from lapis lazuli displaying gold flecks throughout; anatomical features highlighted including hooves, ears, exaggerated lentoid eyes, muzzle and mouth, tail tucked between hindlegs; circular recesses over the body and to the base; a single circular piercing from the back to the base. 12.5 grams, 33mm (1 1/4"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's collection; acquired in the 1970s.