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LOT 2376

Natural History - Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

20TH CENTURY A.D. OR EARLIER

17 in. (5.69 grams, 43 cm long).

Restrung; composed of biconical lapis lazuli beads. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 2376

Natural History - Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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