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LOT 255494
Roman Black Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
17 5/8 in. (8.1 grams, 44.7 cm).
Composed mainly of oblate beads with a larger bead as a central feature, restrung. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired in the 1990s.
Ex London, UK, collection.
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LOT 255494
Roman Black 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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