Auction 18 Part 1
By Apollo Art Auctions
Apr 26, 2025
63-64 Margaret St. London, W1W 8SW
We are excited to announce our 2-DAY April Sale, Ancient Art & Antiquities, starting on April 26, 2025, at 13:00 GMT. This sale features a curated selection of expertly authenticated artefacts from a variety of regions, including Classical Europe, Egypt, and the Near East, as well as stunning pieces from India, and China. For condition reports or any inquiries, please contact us at enquiries@apolloauctions.com. Payments can be made in USD, GBP, or EUR. Packing and shipping is handled by our professional, in-house white-glove team.

LOT 54:

PAIR OF BACTRIAN BANDED AGATE BEADS

Loading picture...
Loading picture...

Start price:
£ 200
Estimated price :
£300 - £600
Buyer's Premium: 29% More details
VAT: 20% On commission only
Users from foreign countries may be exempted from tax payments, according to the relevant tax regulations
Auction took place on Apr 26, 2025 at Apollo Art Auctions
tags:

PAIR OF BACTRIAN BANDED AGATE BEADS
Ca. 2200 - 1800 BC. A pair of banded agate beads, one in warm reddish-orange tones and the other in dark hues with alternating layers of black, grey, and white. Both have an elongated biconical form, a smooth polished surface, and a central perforation for suspension.For similar see: Christie's, Live Auction 2770, Ancient Jewelry, Lot 301.Size: 27-35.8mm x 7.6-12.8mm; Weight: 8.93gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old British collection formed in the 1990s.