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LOT 0663

Roman Glass Bead Necklace String

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

15 1/2 in. (8.3 grams, 39.5 cm).

Composed of mainly oblate and cylindrical beads restrung to a Y-shape. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex property of a late Japanese collector, 1970-2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0663

Roman Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £33

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