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Source Description
Jewelry made entirely of glass, such as this bracelet, held wide appeal in Roman society because of its potential to imitate more precious materials. The adaptability of glass offered an affordable alternative to the expensive items favored by the aristocracy, enabling less affluent Romans to follow imperial tastes.
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112277
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Bracelet
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112277
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object
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Bracelet
description
Jewelry made entirely of glass, such as this bracelet, held wide appeal in Roman society because of its potential to imitate more precious materials. The adaptability of glass offered an affordable alternative to the expensive items favored by the aristocracy, enabling less affluent Romans to follow imperial tastes.
date
350–500 CE
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CC0
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en
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Q60762727
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Glass
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Diameter: 7.6 cm (3 in.)
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Syria, Roman
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1930.701
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glass
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Bracelet, 350–500 CE. Syria, Roman. Glass; diameter: 7.6 cm (3 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Gift of Mrs. Malcolm L. McBride, 1930.701
collection
GR - Roman
didYouKnow
The design on this bracelet was made by pressing a mold against the glass while it was still hot.
creditline
Gift of Mrs. Malcolm L. McBride
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2026-05-29 05:55:57.889000
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112277
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Greek and Roman Art
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GR - Roman
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glass
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