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LOT 0658

Roman Mixed Glass Necklace Bead Group

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

3/8 - 5/8 in. (41 grams total, 8-17 mm).

Composed of opaque and translucent glass beads of various colours and types, including melon types and examples with areas of iridescence. [50, No Reserve]

Provenance

UK gallery, early 2000s.

CONDITION

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LOT 0658

Roman Mixed Glass Necklace Bead Group

Sold for (Inc. bp): £91

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