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LOT 1995

Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

20TH CENTURY A.D.

16 1/2 in. (50.9 grams, 42 cm).

Graduated group of beads, mainly polyhedral, tubular and square-section types with and transverse spikes. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London, UK, art market, 1980-2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1995

Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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