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LOT 0856
Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklaces
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. OR LATER
18 1/2 - 21 5/8 in. (13.9 grams total, 47-55 cm long).
A pair of lapis lazuli necklaces: one composed mainly of squat, biconical beads, the other of annular, biconical and various other types. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Western Asiatic Silver Lion Terminal Head
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £80
A silver terminal formed as the upper part of a lion's head with stylised facial detailing, rectangular lug above, simple decorative detailing to the reverse. 18.6 grams, 24 mm
Acquired before the early 1970s. Ex London, UK, gallery. Property of a London gentleman. -
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Bactrian Silver Walking Stick Attachment
2nd millennium B.C.Estimate: £450 - 650 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
A hollow-formed silver cylinder seal-type attachment, possibly from a walking stick or a furniture fitting, with a frieze of opposed seated figures, beasts and other details; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 32.33 grams, 31 mm
Fair condition. Very rare.
Acquired before 1990. With a central London gallery. Private collection of a North West London lady. -
Neo-Babylonian Agate Stamp Seal with King Worshipping
Circa 6th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
An agate stamp seal with slightly convex base bearing intaglio scene of a worshipping king standing left, a star above; pierced towards the apex for suspension. 11.68 grams, 22.09 mm
Acquired 1969-1999. London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
