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LOT 1098

Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Spiral and Rock Crystal Bead Necklace

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.AND LATER

29 in. (52 grams, 73.5 cm).

Comprising four cylindrical lapis lazuli beads carved with spiral grooves like a screw thread, interspersed with oblate rock crystal beads, ten tubular lapis lazuli beads flanking the modern clasp, restrung.

Provenance

with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1098

Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Spiral and Rock Crystal Bead Necklace

Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)

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