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LOT 0785
Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
25 1/4 in. (26 grams, 64 cm long).
Restrung group of tubular, annular, oblate and other beads. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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