Romano-Egyptian Glass Bead with Faces

Object Description

A Romano-Egyptian glass spherical bead with three stylised faces in a dark blue band. The facial features have been carefully depicted including the eyes, nose and mouth. The bead is pierced vertically for suspension. Small areas across the faces display iridescence and there is a slight hairline crack.

Date: Circa 1st century BC – 1st century AD

Object History

Acquired 1969-1999. London collection of the late S.M., thence by descent.

Object Condition

Good condition, with some signs of wear

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