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LOT 1457

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

14 1/8 in. (20.37 grams, 36 cm).

Composed of graduated irregular and oblate beads, restrung to a Y-shaped with larger feature beads. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
This lot has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database, and is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1457

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £98

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