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LOT 0495
Sold for (Inc. bp): £16,740
BYZANTINE GOLD NECKLACE WITH CRUCIFORM PENDANT
5TH-8TH CENTURY AD
14" (37 grams, 35.5cm).
5TH-8TH CENTURY AD
14" (37 grams, 35.5cm).
A fine round-section trichinopoly band with loop and collar to each end, series of five graduated gold hinged discoid plaques each with an inset blue or red glass cabochon; from the lower edge of the central plaque, a hinged cruciform pendant of one discoid and three piriform garnet cabochons with granule below, two lateral securing chains.
PROVENANCE:
From an old Oriental collection.
VETTING:
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AUCTIONS:
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
