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ROMAN EMPIRE: Imperial Authority - Bronze Coin, c. 1st-3rd Century AD, 29mm

Ancient Elamite Steatite Altar with Twin Zoomorphic Terminals, c. 2nd Millennium BCE, 8x4.5cm

Ancient Luristan Bronze Ibex Mount with Central Aperture, c. 10th-8th Century BCE, 10cm

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Hunghom, Kowloon, Hong Kong

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NoReserve Ancient Relics Unearthed Serie22

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ThousandPlanet's Timed Ancient Relics Unearthed Series, a rare chance to acquire authentic relics and treasures from past civilizations. This curated selection shines a spotlight on finely crafted relics of the ancient cultures, each piece a testament to the skilled artisans who shaped their histories. This collection offers more than just historical objects, it presents timeless symbols of human achievement, stories waiting to be retold. Begin your journey into the past and bid now to bring home a piece of history that will endure for generations.

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Antique Tibetan Carnelian Mala Prayer Bead, c. 18th-19th Century, 1.8cm: This antique carnelian mala bead originates from the Himalayan cultural sphere, most likely 18th-19th century Tibet, a period when devotional craftsmanship flourished under the influence of both

0001DA: Antique Tibetan Carnelian Mala Prayer Bead, c. 18th-19th Century, 1.8cmEst. $120-$180

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Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2.1m: This authentic cylinder seal from ancient Mesopotamia dates to the 2nd to 1st millennium BCE, a time when the art of carving miniature narratives on stone reached remarkable levels of refinement.

0001DB: Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2.1mEst. $500-$800

EUROPE: France, Germany, Spain & Others - Continental Heritage Coin Lot, 1950-1980s: This refined assemblage of mid-century European coins reflects a continent rebuilding its identity after decades of upheaval. From the allegorical Liberty of France to the oak-adorned strength of

0001DC: EUROPE: France, Germany, Spain & Others - Continental Heritage Coin Lot, 1950-1980sEst. $100-$150Lot Passed

Cultured Freshwater Pearl Bead Strand Lot - Three Strands, Natural Variety: This elegant trio of cultured freshwater pearl strands offers a refined range of shapes and tones, perfect for designers and collectors alike. The lot includes one strand of luminous heart-shaped

0001DE: Cultured Freshwater Pearl Bead Strand Lot - Three Strands, Natural VarietyEst. $180-$240Lot Passed

Vintage Himalayan Tribal Pendants, Lot of 5, c. 20th Century, 3-4 cm: These vintage Himalayan pendants capture the spirit and artistry of traditional jewelry from the highlands of Tibet and Nepal. Crafted with vibrant inlay work and detailed metal framing, they

0001DF: Vintage Himalayan Tribal Pendants, Lot of 5, c. 20th Century, 3-4 cmEst. $200-$300Lot Passed

Antique Venetian Scrabble Glass "End of the Day" Bead Pair, Mid-20th Century, 2cm: This vibrant pair of Venetian scrabble glass beads, dates to the mid-20th century and reflects the lively artistry of Murano's "end of the day" bead tradition. Known also as "scrap glass" or "end of

0001DG: Antique Venetian Scrabble Glass "End of the Day" Bead Pair, Mid-20th Century, 2cmEst. $150-$300Lot Passed

Antique Tibetan Carnelian Mala Prayer Beads, 17th-19th Century, Lot of 2, 1.6 cm: Carnelian mala beads from Tibet are enduring symbols of devotion and spiritual reflection, used for centuries in Buddhist prayer and meditation practices. Hand-carved from natural carnelian, a stone

0001DH: Antique Tibetan Carnelian Mala Prayer Beads, 17th-19th Century, Lot of 2, 1.6 cmEst. $300-$500Lot Passed

Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2cm: This authentic cylinder seal from ancient Mesopotamia dates to the 2nd to 1st millennium BCE, a time when the art of carving miniature narratives on stone reached remarkable levels of refinement.

0001DJ: Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2cmEst. $500-$800Lot Passed

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ROMAN EMPIRE: Imperial Authority - Bronze Coin, c. 1st-3rd Century AD, 18mm: Struck during the turbulent decades of the later Roman Empire, this 19mm bronze coin reflects the enduring symbolism of imperial control amidst crisis. Its compact yet deliberate design likely

0001DL: ROMAN EMPIRE: Imperial Authority - Bronze Coin, c. 1st-3rd Century AD, 18mmEst. $100-$150

Antique Tibetan Luk Mik "Goat Eye" Agate Bead, c. 16th-19th Century CE, 2.1cm: This antique Tibetan Luk Mik, or "Goat Eye" bead, dates to the 16th-19th century CE, a period when spiritual craftsmanship in the Himalayan region flourished under the influence of both Buddhist and

0001DN: Antique Tibetan Luk Mik "Goat Eye" Agate Bead, c. 16th-19th Century CE, 2.1cmEst. $300-$500Lot Passed

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Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 5.2cm: This authentic cylinder seal from ancient Mesopotamia dates to the 2nd to 1st millennium BCE, a time when the art of carving miniature narratives on stone reached remarkable levels of refinement.

0001DQ: Ancient Mesopotamian Administrative Cylinder Seal, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 5.2cmEst. $400-$600

Ancient Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Lion Effigy, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, L 6cm: This striking lapis lazuli effigy, carved in the form of a recumbent lion, originates from ancient Bactria, circa 2nd-1st millennium BCE. Sculpted from vibrant blue lapis lazuli streaked with veins

0001DR: Ancient Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Lion Effigy, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, L 6cmEst. $320-$400Lot Passed

Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Glass Melon Bead, c. 19th-20th Century CE, 1.9cm: This antique glass bead, dating to the Qing Dynasty (19th-20th century CE), reflects the refinement of Chinese bead-making traditions during the late imperial period. It is shaped in the classic

0002DA: Antique Chinese Qing Dynasty Glass Melon Bead, c. 19th-20th Century CE, 1.9cmEst. $120-$180Lot Passed

Ancient Near Eastern Double Convex Amulet Bead, c. 2nd-5th Century CE, 2.8cm: This ancient amulet bead, is crafted in a distinctive double convex form. Its oval shape is designed for both functionality and symbolism, allowing it to serve as a protective seal as well as a

0002DB: Ancient Near Eastern Double Convex Amulet Bead, c. 2nd-5th Century CE, 2.8cmEst. $350-$500Lot Passed

EUROPE & BALKANS: Postwar Unity and Economic Transition Coin Lot, 1950s-2010s: This dynamic lot spans the final decades of European national coinage before the full establishment of the Euro. From French centimes and Italian lire to Yugoslav dinars and commemorative ECU tokens,

0002DC: EUROPE & BALKANS: Postwar Unity and Economic Transition Coin Lot, 1950s-2010sEst. $100-$150Lot Passed

EUROPE: Commercial & Advertising Token Lot - Late 20th Century: An eclectic and characterful assemblage of European commercial tokens, this lot captures the inventive marketing and local trade systems that thrived across Germany, France, and Russia during the

0002DE: EUROPE: Commercial & Advertising Token Lot - Late 20th CenturyEst. $100-$150Lot Passed

Vintage Tribal Handcarved Bone Bead Strand Trio, c. Mid-20th Century, 145g: This elegant trio of vintage bone bead strands, dating to the mid-20th century, embodies the enduring legacy of tribal craftsmanship and handcarved adornment. Made from naturally polished bone, each

0002DF: Vintage Tribal Handcarved Bone Bead Strand Trio, c. Mid-20th Century, 145gEst. $150-$250Lot Passed

Ancient Mesopotamian Lapis Lazuli Bead, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 1.2cm: Lapis lazuli beads from ancient Mesopotamia represent some of the earliest and most esteemed forms of personal adornment in human history. Highly prized for their deep celestial hue, these beads were

0002DG: Ancient Mesopotamian Lapis Lazuli Bead, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 1.2cmEst. $300-$450Lot Passed

Antique Venetian Handcrafted Mixed Glass Beads Lot, c. 19th-20th Century 1.1-2.1cm: This distinctive set of antique glass beads, dating from the 19th-20th century, exemplifies the refined artistry of hand-formed glasswork from the late trade period. Each bead displays unique shaping

0002DH: Antique Venetian Handcrafted Mixed Glass Beads Lot, c. 19th-20th Century 1.1-2.1cmEst. $150-$300Lot Passed

Ancient Bactrian Steatite Zoomorphic Bead, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2.8cm: This finely carved zoomorphic bead from ancient Bactria, dating to the 2nd-1st millennium BCE, exemplifies the region's early mastery of symbolic animal representation. Fashioned from dark steatite

0002DJ: Ancient Bactrian Steatite Zoomorphic Bead, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 2.8cmEst. $280-$360Lot Passed

Antique Venetian Glass Trade Bead Collection, 19th-20th Century, 1.5cm: This collection of antique Venetian glass beads reflects the enduring artistry of one of the world's most renowned bead-making centers. Produced in Venice during the 19th-20th century, these beads

0002DK: Antique Venetian Glass Trade Bead Collection, 19th-20th Century, 1.5cmEst. $150-$300Lot Passed

Natural Grape Agate Crystal Mineral Display Specimen, Indonesia, 4.6x3.2cm: This natural grape agate specimen exhibits the captivating botryoidal formation for which this mineral is prized. Composed of intergrown microcrystalline quartz spheres, it presents a soothing luster

0002DM: Natural Grape Agate Crystal Mineral Display Specimen, Indonesia, 4.6x3.2cmEst. $100-$180Lot Passed

Natural Grape Agate Crystal Mineral Display Specimen, Indonesia, 3cm: This natural grape agate specimen exhibits the captivating botryoidal formation for which this mineral is prized. Composed of intergrown microcrystalline quartz spheres, it presents a soothing luster

0002DN: Natural Grape Agate Crystal Mineral Display Specimen, Indonesia, 3cmEst. $100-$180Lot Passed

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Ancient Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Bearded Votive Head, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 6.5cm: This finely sculpted lapis lazuli head, depicting a serene male face with a neatly incised beard, originates from the Bactrian civilization of Central Asia, circa 2nd-1st millennium BCE. The stylized

0002DP: Ancient Bactrian Lapis Lazuli Bearded Votive Head, c. 2nd-1st Millennium BCE, 6.5cmEst. $280-$360

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