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Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Lotus Bead Necklace Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Lotus Bead Necklace Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Lotus Bead Necklace
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LOT 0543

Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Lotus Bead Necklace

1ST CENTURY B.C. AND LATER

16 7/8 in. (18.42 grams, 43 cm).

Restrung group of lapis lazuli seed beads with seven dangles, each a gold cell with three-petalled flower.

Provenance

Private collection of a London, UK, gentleman, acquired between 1965-2020.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

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LOT 0543

Hellenistic Lapis Lazuli Lotus Bead Necklace

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,690

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