Ancient Roman Merovingian pearl made of multicolored glass paste (No Reserve Price)

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Description from the seller

Merovingian pearl in multicolored glass
Round glass bead made of opaque glass in various colors—yellow, red, blue, and white. This bead shows signs of age, such as scratches and markings, which testify to its antiquity.
This pearl is made using the rolled glass technique.
The Merovingians generally used two methods, namely the so-called stretched glass and coiled glass. Unlike the stretched specimens, coiled beads exhibit a wide variety of decorations.

Dating: 5th / 8th century AD
Diameter 1.2 cm - thickness 1.1 cm.
Perfect condition
Provenance: France, Galerie F.V.A.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Merovingian pearl in multicolored glass
Round glass bead made of opaque glass in various colors—yellow, red, blue, and white. This bead shows signs of age, such as scratches and markings, which testify to its antiquity.
This pearl is made using the rolled glass technique.
The Merovingians generally used two methods, namely the so-called stretched glass and coiled glass. Unlike the stretched specimens, coiled beads exhibit a wide variety of decorations.

Dating: 5th / 8th century AD
Diameter 1.2 cm - thickness 1.1 cm.
Perfect condition
Provenance: France, Galerie F.V.A.

The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license (passport for cultural object), are arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.

Seller's Story

Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects. All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal. An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Details

Culture
Ancient Roman
Century/ Timeframe
5ème / 8ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
Merovingian pearl made of multicolored glass paste
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2023
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2010
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
FranceVerified
3879
Objects sold
99.63%
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.

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