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LOT 1199

Ancient Bead Necklace String

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

17 1/4 in. (14 grams, 44 cm).

Comprising discoid, oblate and other types in stone, shell, and other materials; restrung. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1199

Ancient Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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