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LOT 2410
Venetian Glass Chevron Trade Bead Collection
CIRCA 18TH-19TH CENTURY A.D.
1/4 - 7/8 in. (34 grams total, 5-21 mm).
Comprising mainly polychrome tubular and oblate beads with chevron and linear decoration. [39, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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LOT 2410
Venetian Glass Chevron Trade Bead Collection
Estimate £60 - 80€70 - 93 (for guidance only)$81 - 108 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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