Ancient Roman Glass, Afghanistan telsum Here is a wonderful 22"

Here is a wonderful 22" strand of what was originally a white Dutch bead circa late 1700s which was then altered in Africa to suite local aesthetics

These beads were handmade in the late 1800's and are in good condition

Each bead measures approximately 24mm top-bottom x 22mm across with a small

there may some some chipping due to handling over the years and the wire may be brittle

One large 36mm diameter x 24mm

Ancient Roman Glass, Afghanistan telsum Here is a wonderful 22"16" strand of ancient Roman period glass pieces cut and drilled as beads. Over 2000 years old from various excavations in Afghanistan. A variety of colors, these large round flat disc shaped pendants range from 14mm diameter to 40mm for the center bead, with small saucers in between. Hole is quite small, about . 8mm. Glass is thin and transparent. This ancient glass has calcification and patina.