3rd-1st century BC. A restrung necklace comprising: eight amphora-shaped pendants, each with ribbed body, granulated triangles to the apex, suspension loop formed of wire coil, intersecting carnelian and banded agate spherical beads; to the centre a pendant with triangular plaque decorated with granulated border and triangles, cloison carnelian to the centre, to either side a biconical gold bead. 24.5 grams, 14.3cm (5 1/2"). Property of a European businessman; formerly in a Belgium collection; previously from an old German collection. [No Reserve] Very fine condition.