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LOT 0893
Elamite Silver-Gilt Bird Pendant Pair
3RD MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/4 in. (5.79 grams total, 31 mm each).
Each composed of sheet-gold over a bituminous core, displaying two stylised addorsed birds in relief, suspension loops below feet. [2]
ProvenanceLondon, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s.
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LOT 0893
Elamite Silver-Gilt Bird Pendant Pair
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
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