AN INSCRIBED RUBY BEAD
This lot is offered without reserve. PROPERTY OF A GENTLEMAN
AN INSCRIBED RUBY BEAD

IRAQ, IRAN OR INDIA, 14TH-15TH CENTURY

Details
AN INSCRIBED RUBY BEAD
IRAQ, IRAN OR INDIA, 14TH-15TH CENTURY
Of irregular form, the polished surface with a cursive Arabic benedictory inscription, 5.6 carat
5/8in. (1.5cm.) high; 3/8in. (0.8cm.) wide; ¼in. (0.5cm.) deep
Engraved
Iqbal, 'Prosperity'
Special notice
This lot is offered without reserve.
Sale room notice
The USA prohibits the purchase by US persons of Iranian-origin “works of conventional craftsmanship” such as carpets, textiles, decorative objects, and scientific instruments. The US sanctions apply to US persons regardless of the location of the transaction or the shipping intentions of the US person.  For this reason, Christie’s will not accept bids by US persons on this lot. Non-US persons wishing to import this lot into the USA are advised that they will need to apply for an OFAC licence and that this can take many months to be granted.

Brought to you by

Louise Broadhurst
Louise Broadhurst

More from Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds Including Oriental Rugs and Carpets

View All
View All