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LOT 2150
Tibetan Cased Masculine Earring with Turquoise and Coral Inlays
LATE 19TH CENTURY A.D.
6 1/8 in. (81 grams, 15.5 cm).
Composed of an articulate top plate suspending a substantial silver-bodied dangle with filigree ornament, each section studded with polished turquoise, coral bead between and blue coral(?) finial; held in a copper case with suspension loop. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired by private treaty from old US collection.
Property of RWM Collection.
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LOT 2150
Tibetan Cased Masculine Earring with Turquoise and Coral Inlays
Sold for (Inc. bp): £416
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