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LOT 0196

Western Asiatic Carnelian, Agate and Gold Bead Necklace

2ND MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

17 1/8 in. (44.2 grams, 43.5 cm long).

Composed mainly of restrung and graduated lozenge-shaped and spherical beads, together with later gold beads of different types adorned with granulated collars and filigree; modern silver-gilt hook-and-eye clasp.

Provenance

Acquired 1969-1999.
From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.

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LOT 0196

Western Asiatic Carnelian, Agate and Gold Bead Necklace

Sold for (Inc. bp): £1,170

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