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LOT 1391
Western Asiatic Banded Agate Bead Collection
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
1/8 - 1 1/2 in. (55 grams total, 4-38 mm).
Comprising tubular, barrel-shaped, oblate and other types. [38, No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
LiteratureCf. Flourentzos, P., Vitobello, M.L., ‘The Phoenician gold jewellery from Kition, Cyprus’ in Archeo-sciences, 33, 1999, pp.143-149, fig.12, for similar elements from a necklace.
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Western Asiatic Stone and Other Bead and Pendant Necklace String
1st millennium B.C. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £39
Composed of graduated mixed beads with a large discoid pendant, restrung. 57 grams, 34.5 cm
Ex Ancient Art Shop, Windsor, UK, 1990s. Ex private West County, UK, collection. -
Achaemenid Grey Stone Cylinder Seal Pendant with Gryphon and Ibex
1st millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
Frieze with rampant winged gryphon in profile, rearing to attack an ibex with bowed head, one foreleg raised, starburst above, ruled borders; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 17.58 grams, 40 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Jasper Scaraboid Seal
Levant, circa 10th century B.C.Estimate: £300 - 400 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £150
Engraved stylised detailing to the domed carapace, the underside with quadrupeds and caterpillars in exergue; pierced longitudinally; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. 3.35 grams, 18 mm
From the 'S' collection, acquired 1970-1990s.