Roman Imperial | Turquoise Glass Perfume Bottle with Spiral Rings | Circa 1st–3rd Century CE

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Ancient Roman turquoise glass unguentarium perfume bottle with spiral trailing decoratio
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  • Ancient Roman turquoise glass unguentarium perfume bottle with spiral trailing decoratio
  • 360-degree view of an ancient Roman turquoise glass unguentarium showing spiral trailing, elegant neck, flared rim, and mineral patina from centuries of burial
  • Authentic Roman glass bottle circa 1st–3rd century CE with encrusted turquoise coloration
  • Museum-quality Roman glass unguentarium with flared rim and elongated neck
  • Ancient Roman perfume and oil vessel featuring rare applied spiral ring detail
  • Archaeological Roman glass artifact with beautiful mineral weathering and patina
  • Eastern Mediterranean Roman glass cosmetic bottle used for oils and perfumes
  • Rare Roman glass collectible with turquoise body and elegant conical form
  • Well-preserved ancient Roman glass vessel with iridescent patina and historic presence
Ancient Roman turquoise glass unguentarium perfume bottle with spiral trailing decoratio
360-degree view of an ancient Roman turquoise glass unguentarium showing spiral trailing, elegant neck, flared rim, and mineral patina from centuries of burial
Authentic Roman glass bottle circa 1st–3rd century CE with encrusted turquoise coloration
Museum-quality Roman glass unguentarium with flared rim and elongated neck
Ancient Roman perfume and oil vessel featuring rare applied spiral ring detail
Archaeological Roman glass artifact with beautiful mineral weathering and patina
Eastern Mediterranean Roman glass cosmetic bottle used for oils and perfumes
Rare Roman glass collectible with turquoise body and elegant conical form
Well-preserved ancient Roman glass vessel with iridescent patina and historic presence

Roman Imperial | Turquoise Glass Perfume Bottle with Spiral Rings | Circa 1st–3rd Century CE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean, Roman Empire
Material: Hand-Blown Glass with Natural Mineral Patination
Period: Roman Imperial Period, circa 1st–3rd Century CE

Description

A beautifully preserved ancient Roman glass unguentarium, traditionally used to store perfumes, oils, and precious cosmetic substances. Expertly hand-blown in a striking deep turquoise tone, the vessel features a wide flared rim, elegant elongated neck, and conical body enhanced with applied spiral trailing around the shoulder — a decorative flourish associated with finer-quality Roman cosmetic vessels.

Centuries of burial have gifted the surface with an extraordinary archaeological patina and mineral weathering, creating an authentic ancient presence that only time can produce. This is an exceptional example of Roman glass craftsmanship and personal luxury culture.

Features

- Classic Roman cosmetic vessel form

- Rich turquoise coloration

- Rare applied spiral trailing decoration

- Beautiful natural patina with mineral surface iridescence

Cultural Significance

Perfumes and scented oils played an important role in Roman society, used in bathing rituals, personal grooming, medicine, and funerary offerings. Unguentaria such as this were treasured luxury items, often associated with elite Roman domestic life and burial traditions, symbolizing refinement, social status, and ritual importance.

Condition

Well-preserved for its age, exhibiting attractive surface patina, earthen deposits, mineral accretions, and expected ancient wear consistent with archaeological recovery. No modern restoration visible. Presents exceptionally well for display and study.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 5 5/8 in 
Diameter: 3 1/8 in 

Age

Approximately 1,800–2,000 years old

Learn More

Discover more about Roman glass vessels and unguentaria through this excellent reference from the Metropolitan Museum of Art

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean, Roman Empire
Material: Hand-Blown Glass with Natural Mineral Patination
Period: Roman Imperial Period, circa 1st–3rd Century CE

Description

A beautifully preserved ancient Roman glass unguentarium, traditionally used to store perfumes, oils, and precious cosmetic substances. Expertly hand-blown in a striking deep turquoise tone, the vessel features a wide flared rim, elegant elongated neck, and conical body enhanced with applied spiral trailing around the shoulder — a decorative flourish associated with finer-quality Roman cosmetic vessels.

Centuries of burial have gifted the surface with an extraordinary archaeological patina and mineral weathering, creating an authentic ancient presence that only time can produce. This is an exceptional example of Roman glass craftsmanship and personal luxury culture.

Features

- Classic Roman cosmetic vessel form

- Rich turquoise coloration

- Rare applied spiral trailing decoration

- Beautiful natural patina with mineral surface iridescence

Cultural Significance

Perfumes and scented oils played an important role in Roman society, used in bathing rituals, personal grooming, medicine, and funerary offerings. Unguentaria such as this were treasured luxury items, often associated with elite Roman domestic life and burial traditions, symbolizing refinement, social status, and ritual importance.

Condition

Well-preserved for its age, exhibiting attractive surface patina, earthen deposits, mineral accretions, and expected ancient wear consistent with archaeological recovery. No modern restoration visible. Presents exceptionally well for display and study.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 5 5/8 in 
Diameter: 3 1/8 in 

Age

Approximately 1,800–2,000 years old

Learn More

Discover more about Roman glass vessels and unguentaria through this excellent reference from the Metropolitan Museum of Art

Explore additional authentic antiquities in our curated collection of Roman & Greek Artifacts and Ancient Relics

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