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LOT 0809
Roman Green Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
13 3/4 in. (17.9 grams, 35 cm).
Restrung group of mainly annular beads with square-section bead dangle. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired 1980-2015.
Ex Abelita family collection.
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