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LOT 2021
Bactrian Style Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace
20TH CENTURY A.D.
31 in. (44 grams, 79 cm long).
Composed of lapis beads of various types, including facetted, bone, cuboid and other bead types; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx W.J.
collection, 1990s.
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Bactrian Style Alabaster Jar
20th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £50
Squat and broad-based with sloping sidewall, flat rim. 1.5 kg, 16 cm wide
Property of a North London, UK, gentleman. -
Mixed Finds Group
20th century A.D. and earlierSold for (Inc. bp): £52
Comprising metallic and organic artefacts including: a figural cross pendant; purse bar; toy tea pot; decorative furniture and other fittings; coins and other miscellaneous items. 1.4 kg total, 1-12 cm
Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection. -
Neoclassical Sardonyx Cameo of Alexander the Great in Silver Ring
Late 19th-early 20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
With profile bust reserved in high-relief, set into the bezel of a silver finger ring. 11.22 grams, 32.35 mm overall, 20.09 mm internal diameter (approximate size British T 1/2, USA 9 3/4, Europe 21.89, Japan 21)
Acquired by the vendor's father on the UK art market, before 1990.
