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LOT 1280
Western Asiatic Carnelian Bead Necklace String
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
13 3/8 in. (22.5 grams, 34 cm).
Graduated string of irregular beads and dangles, banded agate centrepiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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Western Asiatic Gold Pendant with Banded Agate Bead
8th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £195
Comprising a barrel-shaped banded agate bead suspended vertically with a loop and collar above; a gold fusiform pendant below. 1.05 grams, 23 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
The pendant structure shows affinities with three beads of a necklace from Kition (MLA 1742/34, 6, 7) made of high carat gold-alloy, and obtained by joining two hemispheres, each one embossed out of thick plate. The upper hemisphere is pierced at the top, where a small round suspension loop is inserted and fused. -
Western Asiatic Gemstone with Kufic Inscription
20th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £52
Octagonal form bearing Kufic script over three lines to one face; possibly red jade or jasper. 4.29 grams, 25 mm
with a London, UK gallery 1971-early 2000s. -
Old Babylonian Carnelian Frog Amulet on Gold Earring
20th-16th century B.C.Estimate: £1,500 - 2,000 (‡+bp*)
Opening Bid: £556
The frog modelled in the round, pierced at the middle and mounted on an asymmetrical gold hoop, possibly a marriage. 2.45 grams, 29.30 mm
Ex K.J. collection. Acquired on the North American art market, 1999. European private collection.
