A Roman Carnelian Faceted Bead Necklace, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Medium - Iron and large loop handle

and large loop handle

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further confirms its ritual function rather than use as jewelry

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possibly suspended from a cord as a personal amulet as well as a functional tool

A Roman Carnelian Faceted Bead Necklace, Roman Imperial Period, ca. 1st - 2nd century CE Medium - Iron and large loop handleThe most favorable pieces of carnelian are a deep red to red orange hue, and this fine bead necklace is a splendid example of type. It is composed of thirty four (34) fiery carnelian faceted beads that graduate in size. Carnelian stones, which were immensely popular throughout Greco Roman antiquity, originated from deposits in the Arabian Peninsula and India. Like the Egyptians and the Greeks, the Romans believed that carnelian was endowed with