Prehistoric Mammoth Bone Beaded Necklace (No reserve price)
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A restrung prehistoric Beaded Necklace made of mammoth bone beads from the Devensian period (circa 110,000–12,000 years BP), with a half-beaded length of about 29 cm, in good condition, authentic/original, acquired in 2025 from a London-based collection.
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A restrung necklace of spherical mammoth bone beads. Each bead has been made to show the many variations of colour, texture and pattern upon the bone, such as striking mottled finishes. The beads range in hue from dark, dusky grey and creamy white. Signs of wear as consistent with age, such as minor chipping, surface roughness, and scratches. Please note this necklace is threaded on string. Some natural abrasions consistent with age. Beads exhibit varying natural patterns and colours.
The Devensian period is the term given to the last extensive glacial period that covered the Earth by British geologists. Geologists from other countries label the glacial period differently. Devensian derives its name from the Latin ‘Devenses’, translated as ‘those living by the Dee’. The Dee is a river in Northern Wales where earthly deposits from the glacial period are particularly evident.
Measurements: (circa) Half beaded length 29cm
Provenance: From a London based collection.
Seller's Story
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ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
A restrung necklace of spherical mammoth bone beads. Each bead has been made to show the many variations of colour, texture and pattern upon the bone, such as striking mottled finishes. The beads range in hue from dark, dusky grey and creamy white. Signs of wear as consistent with age, such as minor chipping, surface roughness, and scratches. Please note this necklace is threaded on string. Some natural abrasions consistent with age. Beads exhibit varying natural patterns and colours.
The Devensian period is the term given to the last extensive glacial period that covered the Earth by British geologists. Geologists from other countries label the glacial period differently. Devensian derives its name from the Latin ‘Devenses’, translated as ‘those living by the Dee’. The Dee is a river in Northern Wales where earthly deposits from the glacial period are particularly evident.
Measurements: (circa) Half beaded length 29cm
Provenance: From a London based collection.
Seller's Story
N.B: TAXES & VAT ARE NOT INCLUDED WITHIN THE SHIPPING COSTS. INTERNATIONAL DELIVERY TIME SUBJECT TO CUSTOMS CLEARANCE.
ANTIQUITIES: All items sold will come with their own Certificate of Authenticity, including the item's description, image and provenance. Please also note, for insurance purposes, an item's value cannot be under- declared. All items when shipped (if required) will be declared as antiquities over 100 years old and their valued price.
Liability and the applicable Customs Regulations or Import Requirements in the country of your destination are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We cannot be held responsible for any delays occurred by Custom Procedures. Import Tax or payable VAT depends on the Country of your destination. Payments of any taxes or any dispute with Customs Authorities are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Please note that from the 1st of January 2021, as Britain will officially leave the EU, artefacts dispatched to any European country might have to go through Customs Procedures and fees.
Watches: Watches are provided with a hard cardboard box and pillow as shown in the images.
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally, provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Prehistoric
Century/timeframe
Circa 110,000-12,000 years BP (Devensian Period)
Name of object
Beaded Necklace
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2025
Material
Mammoth Bone
Country acquired from
Unknown
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Unknown
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.
