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LOT 0969

Large Roman Feathered Glass Bead

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

2 7/8 in. (20.8 grams, 74 mm).

Tubular with tapering ends in black glass with applied white dragged and marvered trails. [No Reserve]

Provenance

UK private collection, acquired 1979-1983.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0969

Large Roman Feathered Glass Bead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £169

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