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Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant
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LOT 1861

Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant

LATE 20TH CENTURY A.D.

2 5/8 in. (45 grams, 68 mm).

The scalloped frame with articulate bail, cut and polished carnelian plaque inscribed with calligraphic Arabic script and ornate floral sprigs; pierced geometric flower and possible maker's marks in comma-shaped cartouches to reverse. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London collection since the 1980s.
Property of a Canadian family.

CONDITION
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LOT 1861

Large Calligraphic Carnelian Gem in Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £65

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