Greek Hellenistic Amethyst Melon Bead Necklace
4th-2nd century BC. A restrung necklace comprising fifty-three amethyst melon-shaped beads of graduated size and various colours and profiles, a later 'pleated' sheet-gold spacer bead between each. 29.18 grams, 50cm (19 1/2"). Ex Artemission gallery; previously in the collection of Lady Dale, acquired in the 1960s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
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4th-2nd century BC. A restrung necklace comprising fifty-three amethyst melon-shaped beads of graduated size and various colours and profiles, a later 'pleated' sheet-gold spacer bead between each. 29.18 grams, 50cm (19 1/2"). Ex Artemission gallery; previously in the collection of Lady Dale, acquired in the 1960s.
Condition Report: Very fine condition.
