{"product_id":"ancient-roman-blue-glass-childs-bracelet","title":"Ancient Roman Blue Glass Child's Bracelet | Circa 1st–4th Century AD","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"29\" data-start=\"0\" data-section-id=\"1pedhuf\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"144\" data-start=\"31\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"42\" data-start=\"31\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roman Empire\u003cbr data-end=\"58\" data-start=\"55\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"71\" data-start=\"58\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue Glass\u003cbr data-end=\"85\" data-start=\"82\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"96\" data-start=\"85\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roman Imperial Period, Circa 1st–4th Century AD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"159\" data-start=\"146\" data-section-id=\"1ox9wtc\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"485\" data-start=\"161\"\u003eThis authentic ancient Roman glass bracelet is a beautiful example of personal adornment from the Roman Imperial period. Crafted from vibrant cobalt-blue glass, the bracelet exhibits a simple yet elegant circular form that would have been worn as a decorative accessory by a child or young individual within the Roman world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"876\" data-start=\"487\"\u003eGlass bracelets became increasingly popular throughout the Roman Empire due to advances in glassmaking technology, allowing artisans to produce colorful and affordable jewelry for a broad range of society. The rich blue coloration of this example would have been especially desirable, as blue glass often imitated more costly materials and gemstones while providing striking visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1193\" data-start=\"878\"\u003eThe bracelet retains its complete form and displays attractive signs of age, including minor surface deposits and archaeological wear consistent with long-term burial and antiquity. Its elegant simplicity and vivid color make it an excellent representation of Roman personal ornamentation and ancient craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1205\" data-start=\"1195\" data-section-id=\"1fah8gx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Authentic ancient Roman glass bracelet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Attractive cobalt-blue coloration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Complete circular form\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Smooth rounded profile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Fine example of Roman personal adornment\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1527\" data-start=\"1504\" data-section-id=\"1pk535p\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1933\" data-start=\"1529\"\u003eJewelry played an important role throughout Roman society, serving both decorative and social functions. Glass bracelets offered a colorful and affordable alternative to precious metal jewelry and were widely worn throughout the empire. Examples such as this provide insight into daily life, fashion, and the technological advancements that made glass production one of Rome's most successful industries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1946\" data-start=\"1935\" data-section-id=\"1aex439\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2204\" data-start=\"1948\"\u003eAncient condition with expected archaeological wear, minor surface deposits, light encrustation, and age-related imperfections. Preserved in a complete circular form and remains highly displayable. Please review photographs carefully for condition details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2218\" data-start=\"2206\" data-section-id=\"q6znlx\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2326\" data-start=\"2220\"\u003eBracelet Diameter: 1.75 in\u003cbr data-end=\"2271\" data-start=\"2268\"\u003eOverall Height with Stand: 2.1 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2333\" data-start=\"2328\" data-section-id=\"1mpikl\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2399\" data-start=\"2335\"\u003e1,600–2,000 years old\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2413\" data-start=\"2401\" data-section-id=\"1fxedb3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2554\" data-start=\"2415\"\u003eFrom a private collection in Vero Beach, Florida, USA, specializing in antique and historic jewelry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover an ancient Roman glass bracelet preserved in the collection of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.metmuseum.org\/art\/collection\/search\/239931\" title=\"Ancient Roman Glass Bracelet | The Metropolitan Museum of Art\"\u003eMetropolitan Museum of Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eView our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/roman-greek-artifacts-ancient-relics\" title=\"Ancient Roman and Greek Artifacts – Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\"\u003eCollection of Ancient Roman and Greek Artifacts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54516260700482,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/ancient-roman-cobalt-blue-glass-bracelet-1st-4th-century-ad.png?v=1780755978","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/fr\/products\/ancient-roman-blue-glass-childs-bracelet","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}