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LOT 1709
Western Asiatic Carnelian Bead Necklace
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
18 7/8 in. (52 grams, 48 cm).
Composed mainly of biconical and lozenge-shaped beads, restrung with a modern clasp.
ProvenanceEx Abelita family collection, 1980-2000.
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LOT 1709
Western Asiatic Carnelian Bead Necklace
Estimate £300 - 400€350 - 460 (for guidance only)$410 - 540 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£150 (EUR 174; USD 203) +BP*
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Western Asiatic Haematite Calligraphic Gemstone
12th-14th century A.D.Estimate: £100 - 140 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Plano-convex in section with single incuse line of Kufic text across the apex; supplied with an impression. 1.95 grams, 11 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Western Asiatic Stone Amulet and Stamp Seal Collection
2nd-1st millennium B.C.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Including plano-convex type with incuse design of two fish, rectangular block with suspension holes, and columnar type with integral loop. 33.3 grams total, 29-35 mm
From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s. -
Neo-Babylonian Red Agate Stamp Seal with Worshipping Scene and Hebrew Name
Circa 700-600 B.C.Estimate: £200 - 300 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Plano-convex pierced through the body; to the underside, a scene comprising two standing male figures in long robes on a platform with crescent, sun and bird symbols between them, below in Hebrew, a personal name 'Ben ya [ ]'; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 5.15 grams, 19 mm
Private European collection, 1990s.
