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LOT 2191

Indus Valley Etched Orange Carnelian Bead Necklace String

CIRCA 3RD MILLENNIUM B.C. OR LATER

19 3/4 in. (15 grams, 50 cm long).

Composed of restrung graduated and polished beads, each etched with a white geometric design on both faces. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 2191

Indus Valley Etched Orange Carnelian Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £546

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