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LOT 0547

Greek Gold Bead Pair

5TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.

3/8 in. (3.16 grams total, 11 mm each).

A pair of spherical gold beads with filigree ornament: both with gold wire to the equator with granulated triangles above and below, one with scrolled S-motifs in each hemisphere and granules around each mouth; the other with striptwist V-motifs with coiled arms in each hemisphere and striptwist collars to both mouths; both hollow-formed. [2]

Provenance

Acquired 1969-1999.
London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.

CONDITION

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LOT 0547

Greek Gold Bead Pair

Sold for (Inc. bp): £442

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