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LOT 0028

Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Necklace with Papyrus Flower Amulets

NEW KINGDOM, 1550-1070 B.C. AND LATER

23 5/8 in. (10 grams, 60 cm long).

Composed of restrung lapis lazuli papyrus flower amulets, very fine lapis cylindrical beads, tiny red beads and gold spheres, with a
modern clasp.

Provenance

UK private collection before 2000.
UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.

CONDITION

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LOT 0028

Egyptian Lapis Lazuli Necklace with Papyrus Flower Amulets

Sold for (Inc. bp): £650

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