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LOT 1983

Carnelian Bead Necklace

19TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER

20 7/8 in. (36.2 grams, 53 cm long).

Composed of graduated polished carnelian beads of mainly biconical and annular form; hook-and-eye clasp. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Private U.K. family collection formed in the early 1970s.
The property of Mr and Mrs P.R. of East Sussex.
Thence by descent to family members.

CONDITION
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LOT 1983

Carnelian Bead Necklace

Sold for (Inc. bp): £104

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