The mass production of glass in Ancient Rome prompted the development of glass jewellery. The ageing process of glass endows Roman glass jewellery with unique qualities. For instance, contaminants manufactured into the glass, exposed to the surrounding environment over thousands of years, result in beautiful lustres and speckling, where the glass might formerly have been transparent.
The ancient Romans considered jewellery to be an essential accessory, for it provided a public display of their wealth. Roman jewellery at first followed trends set by the Etruscans, using gold and glass beads, but as the power and spread of the Roman Empire increased, jewellery designs became increasingly elaborate. Different cultural styles from Greece, Egypt, North Africa, and the Orient were all incorporated to reflect Rome’s prosperity as a dominant, conquering city.
Ancient Roman Dark Blue Glass Beaded Necklace
£ 75.00
A fine restrung Ancient Roman dark blue glass beaded necklace. The body of the necklace is comprised of interchanging smaller and larger spherical, tubular and ellipsoid beads of varying textures and hues creating a mosaic-like effect. The necklace culminates at a centrepiece which is comprised of five larger beads containing tubular, spherical, ovular and torus shapes of varying opacity and tones. The piece has been finished with a modern gold-plated clasp (please note that the clasp has not been professionally tied).
Half-length of necklace: 25.5cm
Condition: Good condition. Minor wear and encrustations to the beads consistent with age.
SOLD
| Weight | 12.5 g |
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| Dimensions | L 25.5 cm |
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