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LOT 1971
Hymalayan Hill Tribe 'Pumtek' Bead Necklace
20TH CENTURY A.D.
33 1/4 in. (118 grams, 84.5 cm).
Including fusiform, spherical and other types with etched patterns on petrified wood. [No Reserve]
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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Post-Classical Lapis Lazuli Gemstone with Allegory of Roman Military Power
18th-19th century A.D.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
With incuse scene including three military standards, a laurel frond, three profile busts with crowns, a she-wolf suckling the twins and other items; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 9.07 grams, 35 mm
Acquired on the European art market. Private collection, England. -
Silver-Coloured Metal Ring with Bead Gem
Late 20th-21st century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
With broad hoop, applied scroll to each shoulder, filigree collar to the cell, inset ellipsoid cabochon with wheel-cut fluting. 20.18 grams, 33.67 mm overall, 23.08 mm internal diameter (approximate size British U 1/2, USA 10 1/4, Europe 23.15, Japan 22)
Private collection, UK. -
Rock Crystal Animal Group
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £26
Comprising: standing bull pierced at the shoulders; sleeping feline pierced at each forepaw; both carved in the round. 62 grams total, 38-47 mm
Private collection, UK.