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LOT 0759

Roman Yellow Glass Bead Necklace String

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

18 1/8 in. (9.2 grams, 46 cm).

Restrung group of tubular and other types. [No Reserve]

Provenance

London, UK, collection, 2000s.

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LOT 0759

Roman Yellow Glass Bead Necklace String

Sold for (Inc. bp): £26

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