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LOT 1079
Roman Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D.
16 in. (18.2 grams, 40.5 cm).
Formed of attractive yellow and gold-coloured feature beads, including beads with raised bosses, large tabular collared beads, and two large spherical beads at the centre; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
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Current Winning Bid: £350
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From the private collection of a European gentleman (1942-2024), formed since the 1970s.
