Ancient & Historic Glass
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Ancient Roman–Byzantine Ribbed Glass Jug | 4th–5th Century CE
Ancient Roman–Byzantine Ribbed Glass Jug | 4th–5th Century CE
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- $1,750.00
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- $1,750.00
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Ancient Roman and Near Eastern Archaeological Study Collection | Glass, Pottery & Stone Artifacts | Framed | Circa 1000 BCE – 400 CE
Ancient Roman and Near Eastern Archaeological Study Collection | Glass, Pottery & Stone Artifacts | Framed | Circa 1000 BCE – 400 CE
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- $1,250.00
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- $1,250.00
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Early Georgian Spirit Box | Mahogany Case with Four Parcel-Gilded Square Decanters | England | Circa Early 19th Century
Early Georgian Spirit Box | Mahogany Case with Four Parcel-Gilded Square Decanters | England | Circa Early 19th Century
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- $1,250.00
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- $1,250.00
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Late Roman Blown Green Glass Jug with Applied Coiled Trails | Circa 3rd – 5th Century CE
Late Roman Blown Green Glass Jug with Applied Coiled Trails | Circa 3rd – 5th Century CE
- Regular price
- $900.00
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- $900.00
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Ancient Roman Glass Lentoid Flask | Late Imperial–Early Byzantine | Circa 4th – 6th Century CE
Ancient Roman Glass Lentoid Flask | Late Imperial–Early Byzantine | Circa 4th – 6th Century CE
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- $900.00
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- $900.00
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Ancient Roman Glass Burial Bracelet | Circa 2nd – 4th Century CE
Ancient Roman Glass Burial Bracelet | Circa 2nd – 4th Century CE
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- $650.00
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- $650.00
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Ancient Roman Glass Bracelet with Applied Nodular Decoration | Circa 2nd–4th Century AD
Ancient Roman Glass Bracelet with Applied Nodular Decoration | Circa 2nd–4th Century AD
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- $600.00
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- $600.00
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Ancient Roman Blue Glass Candlestick Unguentarium | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Blue Glass Candlestick Unguentarium | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
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- $600.00
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- $600.00
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Ancient Roman Free-Blown Olive Green Glass Flask | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
Ancient Roman Free-Blown Olive Green Glass Flask | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
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- $600.00
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- $600.00
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Ancient Roman Glass Tear Bottle | Israel Region | 2nd Century CE
Ancient Roman Glass Tear Bottle | Israel Region | 2nd Century CE
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- $600.00
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- $600.00
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Ancient Roman Green Glass Unguentarium | 1st–2nd Century CE
Ancient Roman Green Glass Unguentarium | 1st–2nd Century CE
- Regular price
- $550.00
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- $550.00
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Antique French Beveled Glass Jewelry Casket | Circa 1870–1900
Antique French Beveled Glass Jewelry Casket | Circa 1870–1900
- Regular price
- $550.00
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- $550.00
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Ancient Roman | Cosmetic Glass Perfume/Oil Bottle | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
Ancient Roman | Cosmetic Glass Perfume/Oil Bottle | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD
- Regular price
- $500.00
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- $500.00
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Stained Glass Panel with Cross and Crown Motif | Ecclesiastical/Church Window | Circa 1900–1925
Stained Glass Panel with Cross and Crown Motif | Ecclesiastical/Church Window | Circa 1900–1925
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- $500.00
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- $500.00
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Roman Pale Turquoise Glass Candlestick Balsamarium | Circa 2nd-3rd AD
Roman Pale Turquoise Glass Candlestick Balsamarium | Circa 2nd-3rd AD
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- $500.00
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- $500.00
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Ancient Blue-Green Glass Stamp Seal with Ibex and Sacred Tree | Circa 1st Millennium BCE
Ancient Blue-Green Glass Stamp Seal with Ibex and Sacred Tree | Circa 1st Millennium BCE
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- $375.00
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- $375.00
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Early Islamic Miniature Blue-Green Glass Vessel | Circa 8th – 12th Century CE
Early Islamic Miniature Blue-Green Glass Vessel | Circa 8th – 12th Century CE
- Regular price
- $300.00
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- $300.00
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Roman Pale Green Glass Unguentarium | Circa 1st – 3rd Century CE
Roman Pale Green Glass Unguentarium | Circa 1st – 3rd Century CE
- Regular price
- $250.00
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- $250.00
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Collector Insights
What types of historical glass artifacts are featured in this collection?
This collection may include ancient Roman glass vessels, perfume bottles, unguentaria, balsamaria, glass bracelets, Near Eastern seals, Islamic glass, stained-glass panels, and antique decanters. The selection spans archaeological objects, decorative art, jewelry, and functional glassware.
Which cultures and historical periods are represented?
The collection features glass associated with the ancient Roman world, Greece, the Near East, the Islamic world, medieval Europe, and later European decorative traditions. Individual pieces range from the first millennium BCE through the 19th and 20th centuries.
What were ancient Roman glass vessels used for?
Ancient Roman glass bottles and vessels were commonly used to hold perfumes, scented oils, cosmetics, medicines, ointments, and other precious liquids. Their forms often reflected their intended use, production method, and regional glassmaking traditions.
Why does ancient glass sometimes have an iridescent surface?
Iridescence can develop when buried glass reacts with moisture, minerals, and surrounding soil over long periods. These delicate layers may appear blue, green, gold, silver, or rainbow-coloured and should not be aggressively cleaned or polished.
How is the age and origin of historical glass determined?
Dating and attribution consider an object’s colour, composition, shape, manufacturing technique, tool marks, decoration, weathering, and comparison with documented archaeological or museum examples. Available provenance and previous collection records are also considered.
Can I buy authentic ancient and antique glass online?
Yes. Relic & Rarity offers ancient Roman glass, historical glass artifacts, antique stained glass, perfume bottles, and collectible glass vessels for sale online. Listings include detailed photographs, measurements, condition information, available provenance, and a Certificate of Authenticity.
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