1st Millennium B.C. Lapis Bead and Unusual High Karat

1st Millennium B.C. Lapis Bead and Unusual High Karat Gold Bead Necklace. Striking necklace consisting of ancient, unpolished lapis beads with quite unusual 23K gold spacers that are barrel shaped but

1st millennium BC. A lapis lazuli bead carved in the form of a crouching cat(?"). 4.04 grams, 15mm (1/2"). From the property of a London gentleman; formerly in a UK collection, acquired in the 1990s.

An attractive ancient lapis and quartz necklace, c. 1st Millennium BC, the ovoid lapis beads strung quartz beads of varying shape as well as small shell disk beads, the central drop pendant and the fe

1st millennium BC. A mixed group of lapis lazuli beads in the shape of various animals. 7.26 grams total, 12-22mm (3/4 - 1"). From a private UK collection, acquired on the London art market 1990-2000.

Outstanding Large Scarab Ring with Swivel Mount in High Karat Yellow Gold, 1st Millennium B.C. Truly outstanding scarab ring set in a 22K swivel mounted ring. From the 1st Millennium B.C. This is a la

1st millennium BC. A group of four graduated lapis lazuli beads, each a lion advancing with head raised. 19.35 grams total, 19-21mm (3/4"). Ex North London gentleman; formerly in a private collection

1st Millennium High Karat Greek Gold, Hinged Earrings. Fine pair of high karat Greek earrings, hinged from the 1st Millennium B.C. Small.75" in length and weigh 3.70 grams. Estimated Value $250 - 400

EXTREMELY RARE LARGE ANCIENT BACTRIAN LAPIS LAZULI AND GOLD BEADS NECKLACE HUGE SIZE - 2ND/1ST MILLENNIUM BC .Different Design's Length of necklace is 29 cm x 2 . Total Lapis Beads = 34 Beads The larg

Bactrian, ca. 2nd-1st Millennium B.C. Made of lapis lazuli, separated by turquoise and glass beads. Wearable.Dimensions: 20 1/2 inches L. (52 cm.) Provenance: Ex- Early European private collection, be

Has 3 exceptionally crafted ridges of high quality gold. A larger type, more sought after. Circa 1st Millennium B.C. Dimensions: L. 3 1/2 in. (8.9 cm.) Ex. New York private collection, acquired 1973.

1st millennium BC. A mixed group of zoomorphic amuletic beads in carnelian, rock crystal, haematite and lapis lazuli. 4.77 grams total, 8-16mm (1/4 - 3/4"). Property of a Belgian gentleman; formerly t

This lapis lazuli stamp seal, measuring 1.18x0.59 inches (3x1.5 cm), belongs to the post-Achaemenid era, in the 1st millennium BC. Lapis lazuli was treasured for its deep blue color and was often impo

1st millennium BC. An unusual ceramic vessel with carinated body, cylindrical neck, everted rim, forked handle with finial at the apex, base composed of six applied pellets and cones, the handle and b

Later 1st millennium BC. A high-tin bronze D-shaped chape with openwork figure of a crouching quadruped, beaded band to each shoulder, vent to the back. 50.5 grams, 57mm (2 1/4"). Part of a West Londo

1st millennium BC. A lapis lazuli intaglio engraved with the figure of a grazing animal, possibly a horse or deer. 2.78 grams, 26mm (1"). Acquired on the London art market prior to 1980.[No Reserve]

Hellenistic 1st-2nd Century B.C. High Karat Yellow Gold Wire Bracelet with Twist Wire Accents. 1st-2nd century B.C. 23K yellow gold wire bracelet. Absolutely could be worn but as a slip-on bangle. 2&f

1st millennium BC. An amethyst bead carved as a feline(?) with pricked ears and stub feet. 2 grams, 15mm (1/2"). From a private UK collection, acquired on the London art market 1990-2000. [No Reserve]

A GROUP OF THREE WESTERN ASIATIC BANDED AGATE BEADS, 1ST MILLENNIUM BC OR EARLIER The semitranslucent beads of tubular form, the stone of dark brown color with bands and lines of creamy white. Each wi

1st millennium BC. A banded agate bead with curved lower edge. 21.4 grams, 70mm (2 3/4"). Property of a Bristol collector; formerly part of his father's collection formed between 1960-late 1970s.

Near East, ca. 1st millennium BCE. A massive high karat (22 kt) gold and stone ear ornament (or possibly a pendant/brooch) comprised of a large, teardrop/phallic shaped veined agate stone encased in a

An important tablet, Near Eastern with extensive cuneiform writing, 1st millennium BC 1 ¾ in. high

Ancient Holy Land Stone Stamp Seal with figures c.1st millennium BC. Size 13 mm. Unusual Carved stone Seal with two standing facing figures within decorated borders. condition: chipped at edge otherwi

Circa 1st millennium B.C. A biconical bronze bead decorated with shallow vertical ribs around the exterior; large diameter piercing for suspension. 19.6 grams, 19 mm (3/4 in.). Acquired in Jerusalem,

1st millennium BC. A rectangular schist(?) bead with tapering ends, incised double-loop (pair of eyes?) design. 20.8 grams, 50 (2"). Property of a Dutch gentleman; formerly in an old collection formed