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Near Eastern Gold and Lapis Lazuli Mesopotamian Necklac

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Circa 800-600 BC A restrung multi-strand necklace comprising five rows of narrow lapis lazuli strung between two triangular plates; the strands with crenellated gold collars placed regularly; the central ornament a pierced granulated gold bar with lapis lazuli bead and loop below, and cast gold scrolled pendant attached; the triangular plates with filigree ropework border and loops, two repaired; the upper sections with larger lapis lazuli beads and gold collars; some restoration with a modern simple hook-and-eye catch. Gold and lapis lazuli, 23 grams, 45 cm (18") Ex James Chesterman Collection, Cambridgeshire, UK.

Very fine condition. Extremely rare.

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