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LOT 0540
Greek Gold and Bead Pendant
CIRCA 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
2 in. (5.29 grams, 53 mm).
Composed of a blue and white glass bead between gold caps, granulation to the upper body with suspension loop and free-running ring, dangle below composed of a carnelian stone bead and granulated gold bead; some restoration.
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 0540
Greek Gold and Bead Pendant
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
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