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Every collectible is carefully researched and authenticated before being offered for sale. With our Authenticity Guarantee and documented provenance whenever available, you can collect with complete confidence.
Artefactos y objetos de colección de vidrio históricos
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Vidriera medieval del siglo XVI con ángel y caja de luz
Vidriera medieval del siglo XVI con ángel y caja de luz
- Precio habitual
- $4,000.00
- Precio de venta
- $4,000.00
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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
- Precio habitual
- $1,250.00
- Precio de venta
- $1,250.00
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Caja de licores de la época georgiana temprana | Caja de caoba con cuatro decantadores cuadrados dorados | Inglaterra | Hacia el siglo XVIII
Caja de licores de la época georgiana temprana | Caja de caoba con cuatro decantadores cuadrados dorados | Inglaterra | Hacia el siglo XVIII
- Precio habitual
- $1,250.00
- Precio de venta
- $1,250.00
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Roman Glass Flask of Flattened Circular Form | Circa 1st–3rd Century CE
Roman Glass Flask of Flattened Circular Form | Circa 1st–3rd Century CE
- Precio habitual
- $900.00
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- $900.00
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Ancient Roman Mosaic Glass Bracelet with Polychrome Decoration | Circa 1st–4th Century AD
Ancient Roman Mosaic Glass Bracelet with Polychrome Decoration | Circa 1st–4th Century AD
- Precio habitual
- $600.00
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- $600.00
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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
- Precio habitual
- $600.00
- Precio de venta
- $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
- Precio habitual
- $600.00
- Precio de venta
- $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
- Precio habitual
- $600.00
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- $600.00
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Candelero romano de doble calabaza de vidrio transparente, balsamario | Hacia los siglos II y III d. C.
Candelero romano de doble calabaza de vidrio transparente, balsamario | Hacia los siglos II y III d. C.
- Precio habitual
- $600.00
- Precio de venta
- $600.00
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Antigua Roma | Frasco de vidrio para perfumes y aceites cosméticos | Hacia los siglos I-III d. C.
Antigua Roma | Frasco de vidrio para perfumes y aceites cosméticos | Hacia los siglos I-III d. C.
- Precio habitual
- $500.00
- Precio de venta
- $500.00
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Panel de vitral con motivo de cruz y corona | Vitral eclesiástico | Circa 1900-1925
Panel de vitral con motivo de cruz y corona | Vitral eclesiástico | Circa 1900-1925
- Precio habitual
- $500.00
- Precio de venta
- $500.00
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Candelero romano de cristal turquesa pálido, balsamario | Hacia el siglo II-III d. C.
Candelero romano de cristal turquesa pálido, balsamario | Hacia el siglo II-III d. C.
- Precio habitual
- $500.00
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- $500.00
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Recipiente de vidrio romano antiguo | Recipiente para perfume o cosméticos soplado a mano | Siglos I-IV d. C.
Recipiente de vidrio romano antiguo | Recipiente para perfume o cosméticos soplado a mano | Siglos I-IV d. C.
- Precio habitual
- $400.00
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- $400.00
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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
- Precio habitual
- $375.00
- Precio de venta
- $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
- Precio habitual
- $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
- Precio habitual
- $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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