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Style: Prehistoric
Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Antique handmade African Neolithic era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, w...
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15th Century and Earlier North African Antique Prehistoric Folk Art
Materials
Marble
Antique African Neolithic Era Marble Bracelet
Located in Katonah, NY
:: Antique handmade African Neolithic era marble bracelet. These marble bracelets were hand carved in North Africa and likely used for currency. This piece is a unique collectible, w...
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15th Century and Earlier North African Antique Prehistoric Folk Art
Materials
Marble
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