Strand of irregular flat oval shapes of ancient glass, each with two holes
Base color is mostly seafoam green, the original natural color of early glass
Shards this size are rare, they'd be stunning with some interesting wire-work
Bead sizes range from 16x8mm to 50x15mm, each unique, most with patina
One 20-inch strand of ancient beads separated by cord and smaller beads
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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