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Remarkable Necklace of Ancient Romano British Beads browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques: Regional Art: Ancient World: Roman: Pre 1492: item # 691655 GlitzQueen History and Art to Wear 56 Calle Monte Aplanado, NW Albuquerque, NM 87120 Phone: 505.205.1404 Guest Book $375 SALE (Reduced now from $465) (Free U.S. Priority Shipping & Gift-Wrap if Desired) |
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This extraordinary necklace of 2000-year-old beads was acquired in its present form from a specialist dealer in London about 30 years ago. Measuring almost 17 1/4 inches plus clasp, the strand is weighty with colorful beads of ceramic, glass and natural stone, a few of which appear to be amber.
Obviously the necklace wasn't assembled in modern times, as most examples were. According to an expert, Britons of the Anglo-Saxon period (which followed the 1st - 3rd century era of Roman rule) composed old Roman beads into jewels of this sort. They've been found in burials circa 600-1000, so this group of beads may very well have been worn together for that long! The latest restringing probably took place at least a century ago, based on the Victorian fish-hook clasp. That makes the necklace even more special, but it wouldn't be a bad idea to restring the beads again soon, for security's sake. There's no charge for insured U.S. priority shipping, layaway terms are available and beautiful gift wrap is always free when desired. Please e-mail to confirm availability, order or request more photos. Thanks for looking! |
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