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LOT 1117

Achaemenid Gold Hair Ring

CIRCA 5TH CENTURY B.C.

1 3/8 in (4.11 grams, 35 mm).

A hollow-formed penannular hair ornament with repoussé lattice to the hoop, one end pierced to accept a fixing pin. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK private art collection, 1981.

CONDITION

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LOT 1117

Achaemenid Gold Hair Ring

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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