A restrung Ancient Roman necklace composed of black glass beads. The body of the necklace is composed of small rounded beads. At the centre, a pendant is formed of a stack of three larger beads: a rounded bead followed by an oval bead, and finally a small hoop bead through which the necklace is threaded. Each features unique striations and translucency, alongside minor wear, scratches and earthy encrustations consistent with age. Such necklaces testify to the popularity of glass ornaments across the Roman Empire. The mass production of glass in Ancient Rome prompted the development of glass jewellery. The ageing process of glass endows Roman glass jewellery with unique qualities. For instance, contaminants manufactured into the glass, exposed to the surrounding environment over thousands of years, result in beautiful lustres and speckling, where the glass might formerly have been transparent. Measurements: (circa) Half length 36.7cm, beaded half length 21.5cm Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.