A Roman Carnelian & Glass Bead Necklace, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 3rd - 4th century CE Amulets - Assimilation This type of portrait bead

This type of portrait bead was likely prized in antiquity as both ornament and amulet

and protective symbolism in the personal attire of the New Kingdom

reflect the Greek appreciation for symmetry

and some overall crushing to the silver

A Roman Carnelian & Glass Bead Necklace, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 3rd - 4th century CE Amulets - Assimilation This type of portrait beadA lovely necklace comprised of interspersed elongated rectangular carnelian beads and round carnelian and blue glass spacer beads. Dimensions: Length: 22 inches (55. 8 cm) Condition: Restrung, intact and in very good condition overall. Provenance: Private English collection, acquired between 1970 2012.