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LOT 0695
Roman Orange Glass Bead Necklace String
1ST-4TH CENTURY A.D. AND LATER
15 3/8 in. (9.14 grams, 39 cm).
Restrung group of oblate and other types with annular pendant centrepiece, including some carnelian. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceLondon, UK, collection, 2000s.
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