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LOT 1284
Western Asiatic Mixed Bead Necklace
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
17 1/8 in. (24.9 grams, 43.5 cm).
Graduated group of mainly annular and oblate beads in various materials, centrepiece a tabular stone with concentric circle motif to each face. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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