Mesopotamian red stone amulet of a double-fish

Jemdet Nasr period, c. 3100-2900 BC

Length: 4 cm

In the form of a double fish, their bodies conjoined lengthways with an incised line between, each with drilled eyes, ridged dorsal fins, and full lips. Pierced through the tail for suspension. Condition: Intact

Provenance: Collection of Colonel Norman Colville, M.C. (1893-1974); thence by descent to the present owner

£3,500