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LOT 0884
Western Asiatic Gold and Bead Pendant
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1 1/4 in. (1.56 grams, 33 mm).
Comprising a lozengiform mottled stone body on a slender gold stem, granulated cells above, gusseted suspension loop and free-running loop; dangle below set with a polished garnet cabochon.
ProvenanceAcquired 1970-2010.
Collection of a late Japanese gentleman.
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Western Asiatic Carnelian and Agate Bead String
1st millennium B.C. and laterEstimate: £500 - 700 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £278
Composed of double drilled oval agate beads from the Near East or India with later polished round carnelian beads, restrung. 95 grams, 66 cm long
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection. -
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Bactrian Stone Head
1st-2nd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £442
Modelled with stylised facial features and shoulder-length hair; mounted on a custom-made display stand. 39.9 grams total, 71 mm including stand
English private collection, 1987. Richard Rooney stand, 1990s. -
Sumerian Amuletic Composition Calf Figurine
3rd-2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £293
Modelled with the legs folded and bound beneath the body, head turned along the flank, slot to the underside. 9.46 grams, 30 mm
Fine condition.
Acquired 1969-1999. London collection of the late Mr S.M., thence by descent.
