Glass bracelet

ca. 2nd–4th century CE
Not on view
Translucent very dark green, appearing black.
Circular band; round in section but with groove around inner side; flattened into square section at seam where ends of rod have been pressed together with irregular tooling marks; small pontil scar on outer edge of opposite side.
Intact; elongated bubbles; dulling, faint iridescence, and patches of thick, creamy weathering.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Glass bracelet
  • Period: Imperial
  • Date: ca. 2nd–4th century CE
  • Culture: Roman
  • Medium: Glass; drawn and tooled
  • Dimensions: H.: 1/2 in. (1.3 cm)
    Diam.: 3 in. (7.6 cm)
  • Classification: Glass
  • Credit Line: The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76
  • Object Number: 74.51.344
  • Curatorial Department: Greek and Roman Art

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