A fine ancient Roman glass bangle, drawn and tolled from a single rod of black glass. to form a circular shape. The ends of the glass rod can be seen overlapping onto each other to form a circular shape. The small size of the piece suggests that it might have belonged to a child. Earthly encrustations and iridescence to the surface. From the early centuries AD glass became the favourite medium not only for vessels but also for piece of jewellery. Glass would have been drawn and tolled to create elaborate or simple bangles and rings, set with carved gemstones. Because it was less expensive than luxurious materials but capable to imitate them, it was quickly adopted by the classes of society who wanted to follow the trends but could not afford to do so. Internal diameter: (circa) 3.7cm Provenance: Ex SM collection (deceased), London, acquired 1970s-2000s.