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LOT 0499
Egyptian Faience Bead Bracelet
NEW KINGDOM, 1552-1069 B.C.
8 1/4 in. (2.46 grams, 21 cm).
Restrung group of blue tubular beads and red discoid beads; modern clasp. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex J. Cummings collection, UK, 1980s-1990s.
Accompanied by a dealer's information display card.
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