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LOT 0883
Luristan Bronze Hair Pin
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
6 in. (15.3 grams, 15.2 cm).
The tapering round-section pin with collar and bulbous finial. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK collection, early 1990s and before.
Acquired on the UK art market since the early 2000s.
From a private collection, Lancashire, UK.
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Judaean Four Shekel Stone Weight
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Of globular form with domed upper face bearing incised characters and a flat base; likely limestone. 44.7 grams, 33 mm
Gabby family collection since the late 1960s; thence by descent. -
Achaemenid Silver Bracelet
5th-3rd century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £2,340
The penannular round-section hoop with animal head terminals, likely calves or deer, with stylised detailing. 26.8 grams, 70 mm
UK collection, early 1990s and before. Acquired on the UK art market since the early 2000s. From a private collection, Lancashire, UK. -
Western Asiatic Millefiori Glass Bead Necklace
1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £250
Comprising opaque polychrome glass beads of mainly spherical and tubular types, displaying an array of decorative techniques and patterns including millefiori, chequer-board, trailed and others; restrung, with a modern clasp. 101 grams, 45 cm long
Ex private collection, 1980s. Acquired on the UK art market in the 1990s.
