Greek and Roman ArtGlassca. 330–70 B.C.Artwork Details
| Title | Glass eye beads |
| Medium | Glass |
| Dimensions | 4 7/16in. (11.3cm) |
| Classification | Glass |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Date | ca. 330–70 B.C. |
| Credit Line | The Cesnola Collection, Purchased by subscription, 1874–76 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Phoenician |
| Period | Hellenistic |
| Date Range | 330 BC – 70 BC |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 239901