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LOT 1199
Western Asiatic Graduated Gold Tubular Bead Set
2ND-1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/8 - 3/8 in. (2.02 grams total, 4-8 mm).
Mixed group of granulated beads with wide holes. [7]
Provenance
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s.
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LOT 1199
Western Asiatic Graduated Gold Tubular Bead Set
Estimate £250 - 350€290 - 410 (for guidance only)$340 - 470 (for guidance only)
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