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LOT 0998

Western Asiatic Bead Necklace String

2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

12 5/8 in. (32.08 grams, 32 cm long).

Restrung designer necklace of mainly small deep red glass beads together with a larger central pendant bead. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 0998

Western Asiatic Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £124

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