Object Description
A finely restrung Ancient Roman necklace composed of small glass beads of different hues. Most beads are black with some inclusion of dark blue, grey and red beads that add to the overall mosaic-like impression of the piece. The beads gradually increase in size towards the centre and display a textured finish. Four larger beads form the centrepiece of the necklace. Two black beads make up the pendant. The bottom bead is a smooth black cylinder with three colourful ‘crumb’ formations. Two reddish-brown tubular beads with blue and white patterns were added above. The necklace testifies to the popularity of glass ornaments across the Roman Empire. The necklace is finished with a modern silver clasp (please be aware the clasp has not been professionally tied).
Date: Circa 1st – 3rd Century AD