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LOT 0743
Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
15 in. (15.07 grams, 38 cm).
Restrung designer necklace of graduated annular and tubular beads with a milky blue oval pendant. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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