Roman, Republic to Imperial Period, ca. 2nd century BCE to 3rd century CE. A gorgeous and stylish necklace constructed with 39 hand-carved carnelian beads exhibiting warm vermilion, citrine, grapefruit, coral, and peach hues. The beads are carved in a variety of forms including barrel, tubular, carinated, seed, and lozenge, and the strands present a pattern of large beads alternating with more petite beads. Capped with a modern gold-plated wire hook, this is a wonderful and wearable accessory that is perfect for any occasion! Size (necklace): 19.4" L (49.3 cm); (largest bead): 1.04" L x 0.56" W (2.6 cm x 1.4 cm)

Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010

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Wearable as shown and strung in modern times. Carnelian beads are ancient; stringing and gold-plated wire components are modern. Repairs to 6 beads, with small chips and light adhesive residue along break lines. Green patina on 2 beads suggest they were placed next to a bronze item in antiquity. Beads have minor abrasions and light encrustations, with small chips around some terminals. Great bead coloration throughout.