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LOT 0856
Roman and Other Glass and Stone Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
14 7/8 in. (25.89 grams, 37.8 cm).
Composed of graduated spherical and oblate beads with a large tabular feature bead; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom London, UK, gallery collection, 1990s.
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Discoid inlay with facing figure modelled in the half-round, clad in reticulated armour with pauldron and pteruges, cloak to the shoulders, small targe-type shield with cross in circle motif, grasping a spear held across the body; bare-headed with curly hair and beaded nimbus surrounding; legend in the field 'ΟΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟC' (Dimitrios). 9.43 grams, 31 mm
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