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    London, South Kensington

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    29 October 1996

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    Lot 84

    An oval shell cameo brooch, depicting a female bacchante, the surround with imitation pearl decoration.

    Price realised

    GBP 218

    Estimate

    GBP 200 - GBP 250

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    An oval shell cameo brooch, depicting a female bacchante, the surround with imitation pearl decoration.
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