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LOT 1131
Western Asiatic Mixed Hardstone Bead Collection
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
1/4 - 1 in. (269 grams total, 7-28 mm).
Including fusiform, oblate, biconvex and other types in carnelian, agate and other materials.
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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