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LOT 1442
Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace
20TH CENTURY A.D.
18 7/8 in. (143 grams, 48 cm long).
A bead necklace composed of graduated lapis lazuli beads of various types, including tubular, biconical, oblate and other types. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Bronze Statue of the Warrior of Riace
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Opening Bid: £1,250
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French collection, 1960s-early 2000s. From an important Paris gallery, France. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.11692-199339.
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Post Medieval Gold 'Let This Vs Tie Vntil We Die' Posy Ring
Circa 18th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,040
A gold posy ring with D-section band, inscribed internally with 'LET THIS VS TI VNTIL WE DI' inscription (let this us tie until we die). 1.66 grams, 17.36 mm overall, 15.61 mm internal diameter (approximate size British I 1/2, USA 4 1/2, Europe 8.07, Japan 7)
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985. Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. -
Shell Cameo of a Wealthy Merchant
18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £120 - 170 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £60
A carved shell facing bust of a bearded male with long hair, probably a German merchant. 3.04 grams, 23 mm
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