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LOT 1264

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

1/8 - 3/4 in. (43.6 grams total, 2-20 mm).

Mainly pottery and some glass, annular, tubular, fusiform and other types. [100+, No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION
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LOT 1264

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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