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Western Asiatic Carnelian and Other Bead Collection Western Asiatic Carnelian and Other Bead Collection Western Asiatic Carnelian and Other Bead Collection
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LOT 0943

Western Asiatic Carnelian and Other Bead Collection

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

1/8 - 1/2 in. (91 grams total, 2-13 mm).

Composed of polished carnelian and other beads of various types and sizes. [460]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION
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LOT 0943

Western Asiatic Carnelian and Other Bead Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £260

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