Ancient Roman White Glass Beaded Necklace

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Object Description

A fine, restrung Ancient Roman necklace composed of small circular and oblong glass beads of different vibrancy and shades of white. Each bead is unique in translucency, colour, texture, and shape which creates a mosaic-like impression. The necklace is further enriched by a large oblong pendant bead. Such necklaces testify to the popularity of glass ornaments across the Roman Empire. The necklace is finished with a gold-plated clasp (please be aware the clasp has not been professionally tied).

Date: Circa 1st – 3rd Century AD

Object Condition

Excellent condition, necklace has been restrung. Half length 25.7cm

Object Details

  • dimensions
    H:46.2 centimeters

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By appointment only.

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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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