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LOT 0909

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

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

12 3/4 in. (14.5 grams, 32.5 cm).

Composed of small annular beads interspersed with larger oblate and other beads; restrung to a Y-shape with facetted feature beads. [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 0909

Roman Blue Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £156

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