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LOT 0176
Estimate
GBP (£) 10,000 - 14,000
EUR (€) 11,940 - 16,710
USD ($) 12,930 - 18,100
GREEK GOLD NECKLACE WITH ROSETTES AND PENDANTS
4TH CENTURY BC
14 1/4" (71 grams, 36cm).
4TH CENTURY BC
14 1/4" (71 grams, 36cm).
A restrung necklace of gold elements comprising: rosette plaques with beaded wire to the outer petals, hollow piriform vase pendants with filigree and granule detailing; pairs of lotus blossoms with beaded wire and granule detailing, hollow ribbed pendants with filigree loop and granule finial; some later replacements and modern clasp.
PROVENANCE:
From a European collection; formerly in an old Oriental collection; acquired 1960. Supplied with a positive X-Ray Fluorescence metal analysis certificate.
LITERATURE:
Cf. the Taranto necklace in Despini, A. Greek Art. Ancient Gold Jewellery, Athens, 1996, item 138-9.
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TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists: Our Vetting Process
AUCTIONS:
TimeLine is a leading auction house specialising in antiquities, ancient art, collectables, natural history, coins, medals, and books. Our auctions offer museums, collectors, historians, and enthusiasts the opportunity to acquire unique and historically significant pieces.
