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LOT 0958
Roman Green Glass and Other Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
12 5/8 in. (14.1 grams, 32 cm).
Composed of mixed beads with larger feature beads, restrung. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceEx London, UK, collection, 1990s.
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