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LOT 0560
Roman Glass Bead Necklace
2ND-5TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
29 in. (13.9 grams, 73.5 cm long).
Composed of various shades of green glass beads, including annular, spherical and barrel-shaped beads together with other types; restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx W.J. collection, 1990s.
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Opening Bid: £40
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Acquired 1990s-early 2000s. East Anglian private collection.
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3rd century A.D.Sold for (Inc. bp): £338
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Roman Glass and Other Mixed Bead Group
Circa 1st century A.D. or laterSold for (Inc. bp): £46
A restrung group of glass beads of various types and colours, including reds, greens, blues and yellows. 30.5 grams, 56 cm long
Fine condition.
Acquired 1980-2015. Ex Abelita family collection.
