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LOT 1106
Western Asiatic Stone Bead Necklace String
1ST MILLENNIUM B.C. AND LATER
12 3/8 in. (36 grams, 31.5 cm).
Restrung group of mainly biconvex beads with teardrop dangles in carnelian, jasper and glass. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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