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LOT 0488
Egyptian Mummy Bead Earring Pair
LATE PERIOD, 664-332 B.C.
2 in. (1.27 grams total, 50-51 mm).
A matched pair formed of annular and cylindrical faience beads; modern hook and bar with gold-coloured beads. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired Town Hall Antiques, Market Place, Woburn, Bedfordshire, UK, on 2nd March 2001.
Property of a West Northamptonshire, UK, gentleman.
Accompanied by a copy of the original Town Hall Antiques invoice.
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