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LOT 0687

Roman Black Glass and Other Bead Necklace String

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

15 3/8 in. (11.5 grams, 39 cm).

Composed mainly of oblate beads, the central feature with a conical and an annular bead, restrung. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex London, UK, collection, 1990s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0687

Roman Black Glass and Other Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £46

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