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LOT 0694

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER

12 3/4 in. (15.8 grams, 32.5 cm).

Composed of mainly oblate and annular beads, central feature composed of a long tubular bead with a later pyramidal and an irregular bead dangle. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D’Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 0694

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £104

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