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LOT 2173
Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant with Rock Crystal Calligraphic Gem
LATE 20TH CENTURY A.D.
3 in. (53.2 grams, 78 mm).
Rectangular in plan with openwork ornament to the underside, suspension bale, inset facetted panel with calligraphic text to each face.
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 2173
Silver-Coloured Metal Pendant with Rock Crystal Calligraphic Gem
Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
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