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LOT 0689
Roman Amber Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
17 1/4 in. (26.5 grams, 44 cm).
Restrung group of graduated tubular and spherical beads with a later barrel-shaped centrepiece. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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