Ancient Roman Glass Beads, Afghanistan hematite no two the same

no two the same

Heavy cast brass/bronze rounded bicones beads were made in the early 1900s and have a 3mm hole

Average size of these beads (108 total

but tarnished (can be polished)

Ancient Roman Glass Beads, Afghanistan hematite no two the same17" strand of ancient Roman period glass pieces cut and drilled into beads. Over 2000 year old glass from various excavations in Afghanistan. A variety of unusual shapes, sizes and colors. Wonderful as it is, or use in your own jewelry projects. Sizes range from 11mm x 9mm to 22mm x 15mm, and a large chunky centerpiece 22mm long x 14mm thick. This ancient glass has calcification.