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Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String
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LOT 1113

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

20 in. (46 grams total, 51 cm long).

Graduated group of oblate, cuboid, annular and other beads with barrel-shaped centrepiece. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION
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LOT 1113

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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