Ancient Roman Glass, Afghanistan telsum this shows the varieties I

this shows the varieties I carried in my retail store

and it is very organic in shape

Each bead measures approximately 24mm top-bottom x 22mm across with a small

These beads were handmade in the late 1800's and are in good condition

there may some some chipping due to handling over the years and the wire may be brittle

Ancient Roman Glass, Afghanistan telsum this shows the varieties I16" strand of ancient Roman period glass pieces cut and drilled as beads. Over 2000 years old from various excavations in Afghanistan. A variety of colors, these large round flat disc shaped pendants range from 14mm diameter to 40mm for the center bead, with small saucers in between. Hole is quite small, about . 8mm. Glass is thin and transparent. This ancient glass has calcification and patina.