Roman Beads

Product Description: These beads date back to ancient Roman times.

Origin: Alexandria (modern-day Egypt)

Size:

• Length: 52cm
• Size of the central bead: 17mm x 16mm

Please note that due to the antique nature of these beads, they may have scratches, cracks, or chips.

About Roman Beads:

Era: From the 1st century BCE to the 4th century CE

Origin: Alexandria (modern-day Egypt) and coastal regions of Syria

During the Roman Empire, from the 1st century BCE to the 4th century CE, glass craftsmanship saw significant advancements, leading to the production and export of numerous glass items as trade goods. Glass products crafted along the Mediterranean coast spread across a vast region, reaching from Northern Europe to Japan.

Initially, most glass items were opaque, but by the 1st century CE, transparent glass gained popularity. Beads created as jewelry were highly valued, while fragments of glass items like cups and pitchers, with holes drilled into them, were commonly found and are still relatively affordable even today.