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LOT 0941

Roman Black Glass Bead Necklace String

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

17 1/2 in. (24.3 grams, 44.5 cm).

Restrung designer necklace string of annular, oblate and other types with pendant centrepiece. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London, UK, collection, 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0941

Roman Black Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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