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LOT 0276
Ancient Large Gold Bead Collection
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/8 - 5/8 in. (6.88 grams total, 6-15 mm).
Mixed group including collared melon, melon, biconical, and one spherical bead. [10]
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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