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Bactrian Lapis and Gold Necklace with Gold-Capped Central Bead Bactrian Lapis and Gold Necklace with Gold-Capped Central Bead Bactrian Lapis and Gold Necklace with Gold-Capped Central Bead
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LOT 0311

Bactrian Lapis and Gold Necklace with Gold-Capped Central Bead

CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

22 1/4 in. (126 grams total, 56.5 cm long).

Graduated group of restrung tubular and tabular beads with gilt-metal interstitial collars; centrepiece of a large cylindrical agate bead with gold end-caps; S-hook and eye closure; with custom display box.

Provenance

Ex Swiss collection, kept in London since the 1980s.

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LOT 0311

Bactrian Lapis and Gold Necklace with Gold-Capped Central Bead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £975

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