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LOT 0890
Roman and Other Dark Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
13 in. (8.88 grams, 33 cm).
Composed of small annular and oblate beads interspersed with larger oblate and other beads, the central feature a larger doughnut-shaped bead, restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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LOT 0890
Roman and Other Dark Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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Opening Bid: £5
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Circa 3rd-4th century A.D.Estimate: £60 - 80 (+bp*)
Opening Bid: £5
Rounded body with a flattened base, tubular neck and an everted rim. 42 grams, 90 mm
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Opening Bid: £60
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