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LOT 1258
Western Asiatic Silver Earring Pair
CIRCA 1ST MILLENNIUM B.C.
7/8 - 1 1/4 in. (4.13 grams total, 23-32 mm).
Comprising two hoop earrings with hollow-form beads, each bead embellished with filigree. [2, No Reserve]
ProvenanceUK private collection before 2000.
On the UK art market.
Property of a London gentleman.
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