Gold Sarcophagus Pencil Pendant
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Gold Sarcophagus Pencil Pendant
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- Dimensions:Length: 2.5 in (63.5 mm)
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- Place of Origin:Unknown
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1895
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- Seller Location:New Orleans, LA
- Reference Number:Seller: 30-13031stDibs: LU1353673453
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