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LOT 1242
Western Asiatic Carnelian Bead Necklace
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
20 1/2 in. (18 grams, 52 cm long).
Comprising a restrung necklace of patinated carnelian disc beads with central larger stone bead, separated by tiny glass spacers between and modern screw clasp. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
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Anatolian Stone Stamp Seal
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Opening Bid: £200
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Aviform seal with segmented body and wings, reserved pellet eye; mounted in a modern wooden frame with fabric backing, signed 'K.Tubby' bottom right. 216 grams total, 17.8 cm including frame
Ex London, UK, gallery, 1971-early 2000s. Property of a London gentleman.