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LOT 1278
Medieval Gold Garnet Set Pendant
12TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1/2 in. (1.15 grams, 14 mm).
A bifacial gold pendant of tubular form, four oval cells to the terminals with polished garnet inserts, granules to the body and cells.
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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