Product Description: This Ancient Roman Face Mosaic Glass Bead features intricate craftsmanship, with a finely detailed face design in excellent condition. It is a slice-type bead, showcasing the artistry of ancient times.

Specifications:

• Origin: Mediterranean Region
• Estimated Era of Manufacture: 1st Century BCE to 2nd Century BCE
• Size per Bead: Diameter 8mm, Thickness 3mm

Special Notes:

As this is an antique item, it may have scratches, cracks, or chips. Newly developed chips may also be present. Please refer to the photos for more details.

About Face Mosaic Beads:

During the Roman Imperial era from the 1st century BCE to the 2nd century CE, the Roman Empire advanced glassmaking techniques as it expanded its territories, controlling key glass-producing regions like Syria. Influenced by Hellenistic culture from ancient Greece, the Romans crafted intricate and beautiful face mosaic glass beads, primarily in Alexandria, Egypt, and Syria. These beads, known as "face mosaic beads," were widely produced and distributed throughout the expanding Roman Empire.