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LOT 1091

Western Asiatic Gold Bead Collection

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1/8 - 7/8 in. (10.51 grams total, 3-23 mm).

Including fusiform, tubular, biconvex and other types. [38]

Provenance

Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970s.

CONDITION

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LOT 1091

Western Asiatic Gold Bead Collection

Sold for (Inc. bp): £650

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