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LOT 2145
Tibetan Large Silver Brooch with Turquoise Inlays
EARLY 19TH CENTURY A.D.
4 1/2 in. (39 grams, 11.6 cm).
The polished stones set into cells embellished with filigree borders studded with granules; loop and most of the remains of a catch to reverse. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired old German collection.
Property of RWM Collection.
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