Ancient Roman Black Glass Beaded Necklace

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Object Description

A finely restrung Ancient Roman necklace composed of circular glass beads of different shapes and hues of black. The beads gradually increase in size towards the centre and feature a pendant-like drop formed from an ellipsoid bead and an oblong bead decorated on two sides with seven incisions in the shape of a flower. Each bead is unique in translucency, texture and shapes which create a mosaic-like impression. The necklace testify to the popularity of glass ornaments across the Roman Empire. The necklace is finished with a silver-plated clasp (please be aware the clasp has not been professionally tied).

Date: Circa 1st – 4th Century AD

Object Condition

Fine condition, the necklace has been restrung. Half length 24 cm

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:46 centimeters

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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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