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LOT 0771

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

1ST CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

28 in. (18.3 grams, 71 cm long).

Including tubular, annular, oblate and other types with millefiori pattern slice as centrepiece. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.

CONDITION

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LOT 0771

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £78

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