Glass bead

Unknown

3rd–4th century CE · Glass · Greek and Roman Art

Translucent bluish green Polyhedron, comprising 6 squares and 8 triangles; pierced longitudinally with hole. Intact; pinprick bubbles; dulling, pitting, and small patches of weathering. Made in imitation of emerald bead.

Artist

Unknown

Date

3rd–4th century CE

Medium

Glass

Culture

Roman

Department

Greek and Roman Art

Credit line

The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76