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LOT 1943

Ethiopian White Metal Cross Pendant

19TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (15.2 grams, 58 mm).

With triangular arms, applied bulbs and punched decoration. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from Chris Martin-Zakheim, Iconastas, 5 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1.
From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1943

Ethiopian White Metal Cross Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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