Roman Mosaic Glass Dots Bead

Including two seal box lids and other items. 30.69 grams total, 27-79 mm



Found Norfolk, UK.

A restrung necklace comprising carinated carnelian beads interspersed with sheet-gold beads of plain and granulated types, two tapering round-section beads with collars and domed finials, a central gold polygonal pendant with eight concave sides, polished oval garnet cabochon at the centre, granulated collar around base, raised tear-shaped cell to each corner also with granulated border, alternately set with enamel and garnet cabochons, a single applied bead between each; modern hook-and-eye clasp. 39.16 grams, 53 cm



Acquired in the mid-1980s to early 1990s. Private collection, London, UK. This lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by search certificate number no.13124-246808.

Comprising a slender hoop supporting a large domed bezel with a recessed cell at the centre. 3.39 grams, 23.86 mm overall, 20.58 mm internal diameter (approximate size British Q, USA 8, Europe 17.49, Japan 16)



Found North Tamworth, Staffordshire, UK. Acquired on the UK and EU art market before 2000. From the private collection of a Surrey, UK, gentleman.

The shape recalls Graeco-Roman items of the Hellenistic period. Where such items may have displayed themes from Roman mythology, such as the Venus Tutulata, this bezel is simple and decorated with inset enamel.