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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.
Provenance
Acquired from the collection of Mrs L.G., an Italian noble woman.
European private collection.
Literature
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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