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LOT 2208
Bedouin Mixed Jewellery Group
20TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 - 11 1/2 in. (105 grams total, 1.4-29 cm).
Comprising: a necklace composed of glass beads; polychrome enamelled beads; a finger ring with substantial ornamented discoid bezel; ovoid bead with medial ornament; earring and pendant 'set' incorporating antique coins; floral jewellery element with dangles; mostly Afghanistan workmanship. [18, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Ruislip, UK, gentleman, by inheritance.
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