Chunky Strand of Roman Glass Beads Cobalt Blue 5mm thick with 2-3mm loops

5mm thick with 2-3mm loops

Designed and made by Ruth

Coin silver beads with green and maroon silk thread

This probably the 2nd of the popular Chinese deities "The 8 Immortals" whose name is Zhang Guolao (Chinese: 張果老)

Chunky Strand of Roman Glass Beads Cobalt Blue 5mm thick with 2-3mm loops18" strand of ancient Roman period glass pieces drilled as beads and pendants. Over 2000 years old from various excavations in and around Afghanistan. A variety of chunky teal, blues and greens, mixed sizes. Needs restringing. Sizes range from 8mm diameter to the larger center pendant, 33mm across x 45mm tall. Part of a broken bowl. This ancient glass has calcification, and wonderful rich patina.