Late Neolithic–Early Iron Age Quartzite 9 pearls
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Nine large quartzite beads, Nok culture of West Africa (late Neolithic–early Iron Age), about 2500–1800 years old, in very good condition, from a Belgian private collection, authentic/original, dimensions 27–18 mm.
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Description from the seller
These 9 fairly large pearls are typical of the Nok culture from Nigeria (end of the Neolithic to the early Iron Age in West Africa). They were made from very fine-grained quartzite. Conically bored on both sides and polished into an elegant form. Very beautiful patina and signs of use. Intact.
pearl height: 27–18 mm
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he has obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
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He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
These 9 fairly large pearls are typical of the Nok culture from Nigeria (end of the Neolithic to the early Iron Age in West Africa). They were made from very fine-grained quartzite. Conically bored on both sides and polished into an elegant form. Very beautiful patina and signs of use. Intact.
pearl height: 27–18 mm
Each sold item/lot will be provided with an authenticity certificate.
Provenance:
The seller guarantees that he has obtained this lot legally.
The lot originates from a Belgian collection.
Important information:
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
He will ensure that any permits required for the shipment of this lot are arranged.
If this takes more than a few days, he will inform the buyer in a timely manner.
Details
Culture
Late Neolithic–Early Iron Age
Century/timeframe
ongeveer 2500 - 1800 jaar oud
Name of object
9 pearls
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Quartzite
Country acquired from
Belgium
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Belgium
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
