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LOT 0493

Egyptian Gold Lotus Type Pendant

LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.

1/4 in. (0.15 grams, 8 mm).

With palmette motif and filigree hoop.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

Literature

See Andrews, C., Amulets of Ancient Egypt, London, 1994, for discussion.

CONDITION

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LOT 0493

Egyptian Gold Lotus Type Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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