A Phoenician Core-Formed Glass Amphoriskos, ca. 6th - 5th century BCE Paintings influenced by Norse (Varangian) and

influenced by Norse (Varangian) and nomadic steppe designs

is ridged on both long sides

Strung on a 20-inch gold chain

Provenance: Alex Malloy private collection

Length: 1/2 inch (1

A Phoenician Core-Formed Glass Amphoriskos, ca. 6th - 5th century BCE Paintings influenced by Norse (Varangian) andThe core formed glass amphoriskos with a gently rounded, body tapering to a small disc base, flat flared rim with an applied yellow glass lip stemming from the narrow neck, and two small applied handles at the shoulder. The body is decorated with yellow bands sandwiching yellow and blue zigzags against a deep blue background. Dimensions: Height: 3 inches (7. 5 cm) Condition: The body repaired from approximately seven original pieces, with scattered