Αρχαία Ρωμαϊκή Παιδικό γυάλινο βραχιόλι (χωρίς τιμή ασφαλείας)

Ancient Roman Child's Glass Bracelet

Culture/Origin: Roman Provincial
Chronology: c. 2nd Century BC – 3rd Century AD

Material: Glass / Vitreous Paste
Dimensions: Outer diameter 49.6 mm; Inner diameter 42.3 mm
Weight: 5.13 g

Description:
A fascinating, completely intact ancient glass bangle, specifically crafted as a child's or infant's adornment. Given its delicate inner diameter of 42.3 mm, this artifact was designed for a very young wearer. In antiquity, small glass bangles like this were often given to children as protective amulets or deposited as poignant grave goods, making this a highly evocative piece of ancient personal history.

The most striking feature of this piece is its extreme, authentic archaeological weathering. Over millennia of burial, the glass has undergone a natural chemical degradation process known as devitrification. The leaching of alkaline components by soil moisture and salts has transformed the outer surface into a thick, earthy-white siliceous crust. In the minimal areas where this ancient patina has naturally flaked, the original dark, dense glass core is clearly visible. This profound and advanced surface alteration is the ultimate, unforgeable guarantee of the artifact's absolute antiquity.

State of Preservation:
Excellent, untouched archaeological condition. Structurally fully intact with no fractures or modern repairs. The piece is completely encased in a natural devitrification crust, perfectly consistent with ancient glass recovered from long-term burial environments. Supplied with a custom-made matte black display stand for optimal cabinet presentation.

Ex private french collection 1970