Strand of irregular coin-shape, center-drilled beads of ancient glass
Base color is mostly seafoam green, the original natural color of early glass, with some green and aqua
These work cell in earrings, as pendants and restrung as is on cord or wire
Bead sizes range from 8mm to 18mm diameter, each unique, most with patina
17-inch strands of ancient glass beads separated by cord and smaller beads
Images show overview and sample strands
Often sold as Roman Glass, these are more likely Islamic Era (700-1000 AD) glass shards from glassware, that have recently been made into beads in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
The amount of labor and lapidary skill required to turn ancient glass into beads should not be underestimated. These beads carry not only history, but also artistry in addition to their visual appeal.
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