16th century A.D. or earlier. A group of two items comprising: a ceramic pendant in the form of a whistle, geometric motifs painted to both faces, perforated lobe for suspension; a (possibly later) bead necklace composed of turquoise and other stone beads, including a pendant bead in the form of a bird. 18-50 grams, 13-23 cm long (5 1/8-9 in.). Private U.K. family collection formed in the early 1970s. The property of Mr and Mrs P. R. of East Sussex. Thence by descent to family members. [2, No Reserve]