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LOT 0782

Roman Glass Bead Necklace String

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

18 3/4 IN. (13.8 grams, 47.5 cm).

Composed of graduated black beads in various shapes, with larger oblate beads to the centre, restrung. [No Reserve]

Provenance

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

CONDITION

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LOT 0782

Roman Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £39

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