Roman, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A stunning ensemble of Roman gold foil and millefiori glass beads, all strung on a modern strand with crimp beads and a clasp to be wearable. Neatly arranged to graduate in size at the center, the ancient beads boast an impressive variety of hues, forms, and patterns creating a variegated appearance that is quite the feast for the eyes. Slender gold foil beads separate the glass beads, adding a lustrous sparkle that shines through the adornment. A truly one-of-a-kind necklace that highlights the diversity and opulence of the ancient world! Size (necklace): 19" L (48.3 cm); (largest bead): 0.72" W (1.8 cm); gold quality: 95% (equivalent to 22K+)

Provenance: private Superior, Colorado, USA collection acquired around 2005

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#175980

Ancient beads strung on a modern strand with modern crimp beads and clasp to be wearable. Minor abrasions and weathering to some beads, otherwise intact and very good. Great coloration remaining.