A restrung Ancient Roman necklace composed of black glass beads. The body of the necklace is composed of small rounded beads, gradually increasing in size towards the middle. At the centre, a pendant is formed of a stack of three larger beads: two spherical beads followed by a hoop bead through which the necklace is threaded. Each bead displays unique striations and texture, alongside minor wear, scratches and earthy encrustations consistent with age. Please note this necklace is unclasped and threaded on a 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: (circa) Half length 38.4cm when folded; beaded half length: 21.2cm Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.