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LOT 1303
Western Asiatic Graduated Gold Bead Set
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/4 - 3/8 in. (3.25 grams total, 5-10 mm).
Mixed group of granulated beads with different sized holes. [6]
ProvenanceFrom a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 1303
Western Asiatic Graduated Gold Bead Set
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
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Large Jordanian Terracotta Jar
Early Bronze Age, 3rd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £124
With slender biconvex body, broad neck, rolled rim and flat base. 5.2 kg, 38.3 cm high
From a family collection pre 1988. -
Western Asiatic Openwork Gold Ring
Circa 4th-6th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £130
Composed of a round-section hoop and bowtie-shaped bezel with openwork filigree front and back face, central pellet to front face. 0.98 grams, 16.47 mm overall, 14.90 mm internal diameter (approximate size British E 1/2, USA 2 1/2, Europe 3, Japan 3)
Acquired 1970-2010. Collection of a late Japanese gentleman. -
Mesopotamian Rock Crystal Cylinder Seal with Animals
Circa 7th century B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £234
With frieze in two registers: above, mainly running felines; below, addorsed pairs of gryphons sitting and bovines resting, solar disc above; supplied with a museum-quality impression. 5.25 grams, 18 mm
Ex London, UK, collection, by family descent before 1988. Accompanied by a previous catalogue information slip.
