This artifact is hand-carved from lapis lazuli, employing traditional ancient lapidary techniques consistent with Near Eastern Bronze Age seal craftsmanship. The object takes the form of a scarab beetle, with a dorsal surface featuring incised linear patterning and geometric elytra detailing, while the ventral base bears a relief carving of a stylized reclining quadrupedal animal, characteristic of ancient Near Eastern zoomorphic iconography. Culturally attributed to the Ancient Near East, this scarab stamp seal dates to the Bronze Age, serving administrative and amuletic functions within Mesopotamian and Levantine societies. The surface exhibits a deep blue lapis lazuli patina with heavy earthy encrustations indicative of long-term burial and archaeological recovery, alongside minor surface wear and subtle smoothing to high points; no significant fractures, repairs, or restorations are present. Length 2.0 cm, Width 1.5 cm.

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