This is truly one of a kind!
Necklace of ancient Egyptian glass & faience beads, Ptolomeic or early Roman period (300 BC - 100 AD). Central pendant of stamped Roman glass. Beads were found in the area surrounding Alexandria, Egypt. Necklaces such as these in the archaic style were worn by the native Egyptian population, as opposed to the more geometric designs favored by the Greek & Roman overlords. While I was making this necklace I couldn't help thinking about the history of the beads, imagining the stories of those who originally owned them.
This necklace makes a very dramatic presentation, restrung with modern sterling silver findings & toggle clasp set with an amethyst. Necklace measures nearly 20" end to end. Spiky beads vary in length, but most range from 1/2" to 1.25" long.
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NOTE: this item will ship from France, so please allow up to 2 weeks transit time to addresses outside France.