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Ancient Roman Face Mosaic Glass Bead

Ancient Roman Face Mosaic Glass Bead

SKU:abz0320-054

Regular price ¥680,000 JPY
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Product Description: This is an ancient Roman mosaic face bead featuring three faces. Despite some wear and abrasion due to weathering, the faces are well-preserved, making this a highly valuable piece.

Specifications:

  • Origin: Alexandria, Egypt
  • Estimated Production Period: 2nd century BCE to 2nd century CE
  • Size: Diameter 12mm x Height 11mm
  • Hole Size: 3mm
  • Special Notes: As an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notes:

Please note that the actual product may differ slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and the angle of the light. The photos are taken under lighting, so the colors appear as they would in a bright room.

About Ancient Roman Face Mosaic Glass Beads:

Dating from the 1st century BCE to the 2nd century CE, during the Roman Empire period, glass manufacturing flourished within the empire, especially as it controlled major glass-producing regions like Syria. As the Roman Empire expanded, glass-making techniques and distribution advanced accordingly. Influenced by the Hellenistic culture of ancient Greece, intricate and beautiful mosaic glass beads featuring human faces were primarily produced in Alexandria, Egypt, and Syria. These "Ancient Roman Face Mosaic Glass Beads" were widely distributed across various regions as the Roman Empire developed.

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