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LOT 1217
Western Asiatic Agate and Gold Bead Necklace
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
20 5/8 in. (96.6 grams, 52.5 cm).
Restrung group of oval and other agate beads with interstitial spherical gold beads with granule clusters.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of a late Japanese gentleman, 1970s onwards.
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Simon Stylite Terracotta Pilgrim's Token
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Opening Bid: £100
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Sasanian Bronze Bowl
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Luristan Bronze Finial with Master of Animals
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A bifacial sceptre head formed as a 'Master of Animals' atop a collared tubular stem, comprising two slender crescentic arms representing slender beasts with ridged backs and roaring mouths, each in the grip of the Master standing crowned between them; the Master with tubular body, animal-like ears, prominent nose above a small mouth and wearing a neck ring and domed headdress; mounted on a display stand. 213 grams total, 19.7 cm including stand
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