An Ancient Roman restrung necklace composed of black glass beads. The beads consist of predominantly small circular beads of various shapes, increasing in size towards the centre, with some larger cylindrical beads. The centrepiece is made up of a disc-like bead. Some of the beads are marked with linear striations, either vertical or along the diameter, adding depth to the otherwise monochrome composition. Please note this necklace is unclasped and threaded on string. 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: Half length 42cm, beaded half-length 24cm Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.