Chunky Strand of Roman Glass Beads Glass Eye Bead 30-32mm in diameter x 16-17mm

30-32mm in diameter x 16-17mm thick (hollow) with 8-10mm loop for stringing

Double the fun

green and black vertical stripes

5mm thick with a large 4mm loop that is split (see photo)

and it has been enhanced sometime in the early 1900s (the upper and lower half of the bead has been spruced up with paint of some sorts)

Chunky Strand of Roman Glass Beads Glass Eye Bead 30-32mm in diameter x 16-17mm19" strand of ancient Roman period glass pieces cut and drilled as beads. Over 2000 years old from various excavations in and around Afghanistan. A variety of unusual shapes, sizes and colors. Sizes range from very tiny 4mm x 2mm to the large centerpiece 27mm x 25mm x 10mm. This ancient glass has calcification and patina.