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LOT 0234
Elamite Silver Bird Pendant with Inlays
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
2 in. (10.9 grams, 49 mm).
Formed as two addorsed stylised birds with suspension lug between, remains of a cross to each body together with inlays, including highly reflective fragments, possibly haematite.
Provenancewith a London, UK gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
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LOT 0234
Elamite Silver Bird Pendant with Inlays
Estimate £700 - 900€810 - 1,040 (for guidance only)$950 - 1,220 (for guidance only)
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