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LOT 0620
Hellenistic Gold Amphora-Shaped Pendant
3RD-1ST CENTURY B.C.
1 1/4 in. (3.64 grams, 30 mm).
Piriform carnelian centre with gold fittings, filigree loop handles.
ProvenanceAcquired from the collection of Mrs L.G., an Italian noble woman.
European private collection.
Cf. Marshall, F.H., Catalogue of the Jewellery, Greek, Etruscan and Roman, in the Department of Antiquities, British Museum, London, 1911, pl.XXXVI, for type.
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LOT 0620
Hellenistic Gold Amphora-Shaped Pendant
Estimate £600 - 800€700 - 930 (for guidance only)$810 - 1,080 (for guidance only)
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Opening Bid: £90
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From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
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From a collection acquired on the UK art market from various auction houses and collections mostly before 2000. From an important Cambridgeshire estate; thence by descent.
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Private collection of Mr S.A., Switzerland, 1994, thence by descent.
