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LOT 0859
Ancient Gold Bead Collection
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/8 - 1/4 in. (3.02 grams total, 5-9 mm).
Mixed group comprising three granulated and three collared beads. [6]
ProvenanceFrom an old London, UK, collection.
Some formerly in the private London collection of the late Mr SM, 1979-1999; thence by descent.
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Luristan Bronze Votive Animal Group
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Private collection formed in the 1990s. Acquired from a central London gallery. Property of an Essex gentleman. -
Ancient Large Gold Bead Collection
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From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Luristan Bronze Pin Group
11th-8th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £46
Comprising four examples with tapering bodies and decorative finials, three with a central piercing. 112 grams total, 13.5-16 cm
From a UK private collection, before 1980.
