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LOT 1219
Western Asiatic Rock Crystal, Glass and Stone Bead Necklace String
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
14 1/2 in. (45 grams, 37 cm).
A restrung string composed of oblate, barrel-shaped and other beads with irregular clear central feature. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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LOT 1219
Western Asiatic Rock Crystal, Glass and Stone Bead Necklace String
Sold for (Inc. bp): £72
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