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LOT 1387

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER

11 7/8 in. (27.7 grams, 30 cm).

Composed of ceramic and stone beads of mainly oblate form, central feature a large cylindrical and annular bead; restrung. [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 1387

Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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