An 18" oxidized sterling silver necklace featuring an 18mm x 30mm oval rope design pendant with an 11mm x 19mm Ancient Roman glass centre. Finished with a lobster clasp on a 0.8mm rounded box chain. Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

Ancient Roman glass is genuine archaeological material: fragments of glass vessels, bottles, and objects produced during the Roman Empire, spanning approximately the 1st century BCE to the 5th century CE, that have been recovered from archaeological sites in the Middle East — primarily in Israel, Jordan, and the surrounding region. During the centuries that these glass fragments remained buried in the soil, a process of chemical weathering acted on the surface of the glass: minerals and moisture in the surrounding earth reacted with the silica of the glass to produce a layered surface deposit whose structure diffracts light in the same way that the layered nacre of a pearl does, creating the iridescent, shifting patina — in blues, greens, silvers, and golds — that is the defining characteristic of Ancient Roman glass in jewelry. This patina cannot be replicated by manufacturing: it is the direct physical record of the glass’s burial history, which means that no two pieces of Roman glass carry the same colour distribution, intensity, or surface texture. The 11mm x 19mm glass fragment at the centre of this pendant is set within an 18mm x 30mm oval frame worked in a rope design — a surface pattern in which twisted wire or a cast rope motif follows the perimeter of the oval — in oxidized sterling silver. Oxidized silver is sterling silver that has been treated to accelerate the natural tarnishing process, producing a dark, antiqued surface that contrasts with the bright metal at the raised edges of the design. The combination of oxidized silver and Ancient Roman glass is one of the most historically consistent pairings in archaeological-style jewelry: both materials carry visible evidence of age and process, and the dark ground of the oxidized silver makes the iridescent surface of the glass read more clearly than a bright polished setting would. Each necklace comes with a Certificate of Authenticity.

A refined gift for history lovers, archaeological jewelry enthusiasts, or anyone looking for a pendant where a genuine fragment of Ancient Roman glass — iridescent from two thousand years of burial — is set in an oxidized sterling silver rope oval frame and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.

✨ How to Wear

Wear alone as a refined everyday archaeological pendant. The 18" chain positions the rope oval pendant at the collarbone. The oxidized sterling silver pairs naturally with silver, oxidized, and mixed-metal jewelry.

💎 Quality & Certification

• Certificate of Authenticity: Each necklace comes with a Certificate of Authenticity confirming the genuine Ancient Roman glass provenance of the centre stone.

• Verified Authentication: We are committed to transparency and high-quality standards. Every piece is sourced exclusively from trusted professional suppliers who meet our strict quality and material standards.

• Premium Materials: We partner only with reliable professional suppliers to ensure every piece meets our strict material standards (e.g., genuine Oxidized .925 Sterling Silver).

⚠️ Important: Size & Scale Disclaimer

• Natural Variation: Ancient Roman glass is genuine archaeological material. The exact colour, iridescent patina, tone, and surface texture of each glass fragment will vary significantly from piece to piece. No two pendants are identical.

• Macro Photography: To showcase the Ancient Roman glass and rope oval pendant detail, images (including model shots) are taken with macro lenses and may appear larger than life.

• Final Authority: The actual size and specifications of this product are strictly based on the physical measurements listed in the table below. Please confirm these dimensions meet your requirements before purchasing.

📐 Product Specifications

📦 Packaging Details

Each piece is carefully placed in a suitable jewelry pouch or box based on its style and value. We ensure all items are securely packed for safe transit while providing a convenient solution for your daily storage.