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LOT 0306
Western Asiatic Turquoise and Black Banded Agate Necklace
3RD CENTURY B.C. AND LATER
20 1/4 in. (53.22 grams, 51.5 cm long).
Graduated group of restrung tubular and fusiform beads with later gilt-metal interstitial collars; centrepiece of three large banded agate tubular beads; S-hook and eye closure; with custom display box.
ProvenanceEx Swiss collection, kept in London since the 1980s.
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LOT 0306
Western Asiatic Turquoise and Black Banded Agate Necklace
Estimate £800 - 1,000€930 - 1,160 (for guidance only)$1,080 - 1,350 (for guidance only)
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