A fine Roman Glass Portrait Head Bead, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 100 - 200 CE Writing and elite authority

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and Numidia in modern-day Tunisia

a small suspension loop with remnants of ancient cord between the wings

Dimensions: Length: 1

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A fine Roman Glass Portrait Head Bead, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 100 - 200 CE Writing and elite authorityA rare and finely crafted Roman glass bead composed of opaque white glass fused upon a red background, featuring four delicately rendered female portrait heads. The portraits display remarkable detail for such a small format, reflecting the high technical skill of Roman glassmakers, particularly those active in the Eastern provinces where portraiture in glass beads was most highly developed. The bead has been mounted as a modern pendant and is