2nd millennium B.C. and later.posed mainly of restrung and graduated lozenge-shaped and spherical beads, together with later gold beads of different types adorned with granulated collars and filigree; modern silver-gilt hook-and-eye clasp. 44.2 grams, 43.5 cm long (17 1/8 in.). Acquired 1969-1999. From the private collection of the late Mr S.M., London, UK, thence by descent.