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LOT 0742

Roman and Other Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

13 1/8 in. (13.81 grams, 33.3 cm).

Composed of oblate, spherical and other beads, restrung to a Y-shape. [No Reserve]

Provenance

From London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0742

Roman and Other Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £130

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