Faience, 4.03 grams, 52 cm. Coptic, 4th-8th century AD. A restrung necklace of ribbed cylindrical faience beads in shades of cream, tan, terracotta and beige. Reference: Dubin, L.S. The History of Beads from 30,000 BC to the Present, London, 2006, p.38-44. Very fine condition, modern clasp. Provenance: from an old collection.