Ca. 100-300 AD. Roman. A restrung necklace of Roman beads comprising multiple opaque and transparent sub- spherical, rectangular and geometric glass beads as well as two beautiful tubular spacer beads with incised decoration.This necklace is a stunning statement piece sure to strike up conversation. Beads were an important part of Roman women's dress. For more information on Roman bead types, see M. Guido (1978), The glass beads of the prehistoric and Roman periods in Britain and Ireland. London: Society of Antiquaries. Good condition; wearable.Size: L:230mm / W:130mm ; 25.8g; Provenance: Private London collection, formed in the 1980-90s on the UK and European art market.