Genuine ancient Near East reddish brown stone cylinder seal with wonderful animal contest motif of rearing stallions and sacred tree. This ancient seal is from the early period, 3000-2600. BC. It measures one inch long by 3/8 inches wide and has the traditional drill hole down the center to allow it to ce carried or displayed on a cord. This seal was purchased by the seller from a respected Maryland scholar in the early 1980's.