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LOT 1099
Western Asiatic Mixed Stone and Other Necklace Bead Collection
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
1/8 - 1 1/8 in. (134 grams total, 5-28 mm).
Comprising a group of mixed beads of various forms and in a variety of mostly natural stones and materials; each pierced for stringing. [80]
ProvenanceUK gallery, early 2000s.
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LOT 1099
Western Asiatic Mixed Stone and Other Necklace Bead Collection
Sold for (Inc. bp): £156
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Abbasid Gold Cornucopia Pendant
Circa 9th-12th century A.D.Estimate: £400 - 600 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £222
Stylised with flanged border and granulated decoration to both faces; suspension loop above. 5.5 grams, 34 mm
From a late Japanese specialist collector, 1970-2000s. -
Sogdian Silver-Gilt Lion Plaque
6th-8th century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £117
A repoussé lion's head portrayed facing with a protruding tongue, framed by a mature mane. 3.17 grams, 26 mm
Ex old English collection. London art market, 1980s. -
Western Asiatic Bronze Bracelet and Axehead Collection
2nd millennium B.C.Sold for (Inc. bp): £650
Ten penannular arm-bands or bracelets composed of round-section bodies tapering towards the terminals; two axeheads. 1.8 kg total, 10.4-13.7 cm
Acquired in Europe before 1992.