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Ancient Bactrian Agate and Carnelian Bead Necklace, 3rd-2nd Millennium B.C.
About the Item
Ancient amulet necklace composed of twenty one well matched graduated banded agate biconical beads measuring 32mm to 17mm and 22 carnelian beads approximately 5mm in diameter. The agates of exceptional figure showing "eye" formations which were used as protective talismans, with natural inclusions, minor abraisions consistent with age, and pitting possibly from use of the mineral content of the stone for medicinal purposes. Modern twist lock.
A comparable necklace was sold at Christie's New York Ancient Jewelry December 4, 2012, lot 301
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Victoria Winslow
Intertrus Inc.
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- Dimensions:Length: 20.08 in (510 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:Ancient
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: This necklace has been professionally restrung, the lock is modern twist form. Wear consistent with age and use. Professionally Restrung Lock is modern twist form.
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU188729948332
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