This Roman mosaic glass bead, adorned with eye patterns in hues of blue and red, is from approximately the 1st century BCE to the 1st century CE. The 'evil eye' motif was commonly used in the ancient world as a protective symbol. The intricate mosaic technique, which involved fusing together colored glass canes and slicing them into sections, demonstrates the high level of skill possessed by Roman artisans. This bead's design is reminiscent of the Hellenistic tradition, which the Romans inherited and further refined. Such beads were not only decorative but were also believed to hold talismanic properties to ward off misfortune.

Dimension:
0.51 x 0.39 inches (1.3 x 1 cm)

Provenance:
Originates from a private collection within the ancient Roman territories, likely from a region known for glass production, such as Egypt or Syria.

Blockchain Verification:
This bead comes with an optional ERC-1155 token on the Ethereum network to certify its authenticity and provenance. If interested in claiming this digital certificate, collectors must provide an Ethereum wallet address starting with "0x". The decision to claim the token is at the discretion of the bidder and can be waived.

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