Description:

Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. An opulent string of barrel and spherical glass beads of cobalt blue hues and 18 modern barrel beads of a lustrous golden hue arranged in an alternating pattern at the area opposite the clasp and featuring 2 spherical cobalt blue glass beads and 1 modern golden bead at their center, acting as a pendant. Glowing with stunning coloration and translucence that is complimented by candescent gold accents, these ancient beads are wonderfully wearable, via their modern necklace strand and lobster clasp. This dazzling ornament is replete with ancient artistic talent and modern stylistic taste. Size: 18.5" L (47 cm).

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  • Provenance: Provenance: private Surfside, Florida, USA collection; ex-Artemis Gallery, December 25, 2020, lot 12; ex-private Dunn collection, Coral Springs, Florida, USA, acquired in the 1990s.
  • Condition: Wearable as shown and strung in modern times. Glass beads are ancient; golden beads, lobster clasp, and stringing are modern. Intact and excellent with great bead hues!

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