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LOT 0431
Egyptian Bead Necklace with Hardstone Scarab
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
21 5/8 in. (19.7 grams, 55 cm long).
Restrung designer necklace with modern clasp; composed mainly of tubular and annular beads with a central scarab bead.
ProvenanceAcquired 1990s.
From the H.N. collection, Milton Keynes, Bedfordshire, UK.
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Egyptian and Other Glass and Stone Bead Group
1st millennium B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £234
Comprising a quantity of small beads, of mixed shapes, colours and materials; each pierced for stringing. 59 grams total, 2-7 mm
UK gallery, early 2000s. -
Egyptian Silver Snake Appliqué
Roman Period, 30 B.C.-323 A.D.Estimate: £600 - 800 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £333
With its body forming meandering loops, stylised detailing to the head and tail; remains of mounting lug to the reverse of the head. 40.6 grams, 73 mm
‘The Ancient Menagerie Collection’ formerly the property of a Cambridgeshire lady, collected since the 1990s and acquired from auctions and dealers throughout Europe and the USA, now ex London collection. -
Egyptian Hyksos Steatite Scarab Collection
18th-16th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Four scarabs each with detailing to the upper body, legs and hieroglyphs on the bases; each pierced for suspension. 15.1 grams total, 18-24 mm
Acquired in Europe before 1992.
