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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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