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LOT 2187

Stone Animal and Other Amulet Necklace

20TH CENTURY A.D.

22 in. (41 grams, 56 cm).

Comprising tubular, fusiform, and other beads with carved pendants in the shape of a fly, ram's head, mano fica, and other motifs. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Private collection, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 2187

Stone Animal and Other Amulet Necklace

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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