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LOT 0156

Roman Blue Chequerboard Glass Bead

1ST-3RD CENTURY A.D.

5/8 in. (4.48 grams, 15 mm).

Spherical-shaped with band of millefiori in red, white, blue and yellow, blue borders.

Provenance

From the private collection of Mr K.A., acquired in the 1980s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0156

Roman Blue Chequerboard Glass Bead

Sold for (Inc. bp): £780

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