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LOT 0859
Roman and Other Ceramic Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
12 3/4 in. (21.42 grams, 32.6 cm).
Composed of graduated spherical and oblate beads, the central feature with a spherical stone bead with incised star motifs, a large discoid bead and a melon bead; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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Roman and Other Ceramic Bead Necklace String
1st-4th century A.D. and laterSold for (Inc. bp): £52
Composed of graduated spherical and oblate beads, the central feature with a spherical stone bead with incised star motifs, a large discoid bead and a melon bead; restrung. 21.42 grams, 32.6 cm
From London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s. -
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