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LOT 1145
Western Asiatic Gold Pendant with Bead
2ND-3RD CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (1.87 grams, 24 mm).
With square-section amethyst pierced pillar, granulated gold collars, suspension ring.
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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