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LOT 0529

Estimate
GBP (£) 150 - 200
EUR (€) 170 - 230
USD ($) 200 - 270

GREEK GOLD INSECT-SHAPED PENDANT
CIRCA 4TH-3RD CENTURY B.C.
1/2 in. (0.55 grams, 13 mm).

Possibly in the form of a fly; composed of a heart-shaped body with filigree and granules defining the body and two wings, a collared suspension loop representing the head and eyes.

PROVENANCE:
Collected from 1970-1999.
From the collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK.

CONDITION
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