Ancient Near Eastern Carnelian & Agate Bead Collection
Updated August 28, 2026
This auction ended on September 4, 2026.
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| Lot number | 0212 |
| Estimate | $300 - $450 |
| Opening bid | $150 |
| Auction | Native American | Ethno | Fine Art |
| Date | September 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM EDT |
| Auction house | Artemis Fine Arts |
| Location | Louisville, Colorado |
Near East and Eastern Mediterranean, ca. 2000 BCE – 1000 CE. A group of hardstone beads in carnelian, banded agate, and related chalcedony, ranging in color from bright orange and brick red

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