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LOT 0788
Roman Black Glass and Gold Bead Necklace
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
19 3/4 in. (16.01 grams, 50 cm).
Restrung group of biconical, oblate and other black glass beads with granulated gold collars and granulated beads.
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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Opening Bid: £250
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Opening Bid: £125
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