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LOT 1306

Western Asiatic Gold Openwork Pendant

CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

1 1/8 in. (1.21 grams, 30 mm).

Comprising an openwork body with two symmetrical pendants hanging from each corner, the pendants composed of a tubular coral bead with an arrow-like gold breloque below.

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

Accompanied by an old collection ticket.

CONDITION

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LOT 1306

Western Asiatic Gold Openwork Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £117

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