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LOT 1142
Western Asiatic Gold and Garnet Pendant
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
3/8 in. (0.38 grams, 9 mm).
Discoid in plan with central cell and inset garnet cabochon, two mounting tubes to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.
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