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LOT 0901

Western Asiatic Pendant Pair

MID 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.

2 - 2 1/8 in. (180 grams total, 49-53 mm).

A pair of heavy copper-alloy pendants formed as large pyramid clusters with protrusions to the bulbs, bulbous suspension loop above. [2, No Reserve]

Provenance

Early 1990s London collection.
Acquired on the UK art market.
From a private collection, Lancashire, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 0901

Western Asiatic Pendant Pair

Sold for (Inc. bp): £20

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