Ancient Roman Black Glass and Hardstone Beaded Necklace

GBP 75.00

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Object Description

A fine restrung Ancient Roman black glass and hardstone beaded necklace. The body of the necklace is comprised of varying small spherical and discoid shaped beads which increase in size towards the pendant. The beads display attractive striations and textures. A pendant is formed from a stack of three larger beads; a black glass discoid bead, a large square hardstone and a triangle-shaped glass bead through which the necklace is threaded. The piece has been finished with a modern gold-plated clasp. Please note that the clasp has not been professionally tied.

Full length: (circa) 46cm

Date: Circa 1st-3rd Century AD

Object Condition

Very good. Minor wear and earthy encrustations consistent with age.

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:46 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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Dealer Location

The Gallery
Trent Park Equestrian Centre
Eastpole Farm House, Bramley Road
Oakwood, N14 4UW, United Kingdom

St James's Ancient Art
10 Charles II Street, Ground Floor
St James
London
SW1Y 4AA

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