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LOT 1010
Western Asiatic Iridescent Glass Bead
CIRCA 10TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (1.79 grams, 26 mm).
Melon-shaped with hole for suspension. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceLondon private collection, 1979-1983.
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Opening Bid: £278
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Fine condition.
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Western Asiatic Ceramic Flask with Star Design
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Opening Bid: £75
Of lentoid form with u-section medial channel incorporating three suspension lugs, short spout with rounded rim, central raised ring to the upper face decorated with a stylised star, the body with concentric roundels. 1.4 kg, 26 cm wide
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.