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LOT 0803

Byzantine Gold Lunar Pendant

4TH-6TH CENTURY A.D.

1/2 in. (0.52 grams, 12 mm).

A sheet-gold crescent moon pendant with applied twisted filigree to the border, cell with inset carnelian cloison, suspension loop.

Provenance

Acquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.

CONDITION
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LOT 0803

Byzantine Gold Lunar Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £247

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