Byzantine Gold Heavy Braided Chain with Clasp

6TH-7TH CENTURY AD

19 3/4" (29 grams, 50.5cm).

A choker-length gold trichinopoly braid with ribbed collar finials, hook-and-eye closure.

Provenance

Property of a West London gentleman; from the private collection of John Moor, Brigantia Antiquities, York, UK; acquired in the 1980s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0490

Byzantine Gold Heavy Braided Chain with Clasp

Sold for (Inc. bp): £3,224

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