Roman Glass Bottle | Pale Green Patina | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

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Ancient Roman glass bottle with rounded body and long flared neck, pale green hue and iridescent patina.
360° rotation of Roman glass bottle showing pale green color, iridescent surface, and flared rim.
Ancient Roman glass vessel under light showing translucent green tones and mineral surface deposits.
Free-blown Roman glass bottle displaying subtle color variation and natural weathering from burial.
Ancient Roman glass bottle viewed at a soft angle showing natural mineral deposits and patina.
Ancient Roman glass bottle displaying elegant proportions, flared mouth, and iridescent sheen.
Overhead view of Roman glass bottle revealing narrow mouth, circular opening, and internal residue.
Base of Roman glass bottle with smooth circular finish and aged iridescent surface from antiquity.
  • Ancient Roman glass bottle with rounded body and long flared neck, pale green hue and iridescent patina.
  • 360° rotation of Roman glass bottle showing pale green color, iridescent surface, and flared rim.
  • Ancient Roman glass vessel under light showing translucent green tones and mineral surface deposits.
  • Free-blown Roman glass bottle displaying subtle color variation and natural weathering from burial.
  • Ancient Roman glass bottle viewed at a soft angle showing natural mineral deposits and patina.
  • Ancient Roman glass bottle displaying elegant proportions, flared mouth, and iridescent sheen.
  • Overhead view of Roman glass bottle revealing narrow mouth, circular opening, and internal residue.
  • Base of Roman glass bottle with smooth circular finish and aged iridescent surface from antiquity.
Ancient Roman glass bottle with rounded body and long flared neck, pale green hue and iridescent patina.
360° rotation of Roman glass bottle showing pale green color, iridescent surface, and flared rim.
Ancient Roman glass vessel under light showing translucent green tones and mineral surface deposits.
Free-blown Roman glass bottle displaying subtle color variation and natural weathering from burial.
Ancient Roman glass bottle viewed at a soft angle showing natural mineral deposits and patina.
Ancient Roman glass bottle displaying elegant proportions, flared mouth, and iridescent sheen.
Overhead view of Roman glass bottle revealing narrow mouth, circular opening, and internal residue.
Base of Roman glass bottle with smooth circular finish and aged iridescent surface from antiquity.

Roman Glass Bottle | Pale Green Patina | Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean
Material: Glass with natural iridescent patina
Period: Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

Description
A delicate Roman glass bottle with a rounded body, elongated neck, and flared rim. Formed using the free-blown glass technique, this vessel displays a mesmerizing pale green hue accentuated by mineral deposits and surface iridescence—a testament to nearly two millennia of burial. Once used to store perfumes or oils, such bottles were both functional and decorative, prized for their translucent beauty.

Features

- Elegant globular form with narrow neck and flared lip

- Distinct weathering with shimmering iridescence

- Free-blown glass construction typical of early Roman craftsmanship

Cultural Significance
In Roman daily life, glass vessels like this one reflected luxury and innovation. The ability to create transparent, lightweight containers transformed trade and domestic life across the empire. Their aesthetic simplicity and enduring resilience continue to captivate collectors today.

Condition
Excellent preservation with areas of mineral encrustation and surface iridescence. No visible repairs or restorations.

Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in 
Width: 2 in 

Age
Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

Learn More

For further insight into the artistry and innovation of Roman glassmaking, explore the following:

Roman Mold-Blown Glass — The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A scholarly essay examining how the invention of glass-blowing revolutionized Roman craftsmanship, leading to mold-blown vessels of remarkable beauty and precision.

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean
Material: Glass with natural iridescent patina
Period: Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

Description
A delicate Roman glass bottle with a rounded body, elongated neck, and flared rim. Formed using the free-blown glass technique, this vessel displays a mesmerizing pale green hue accentuated by mineral deposits and surface iridescence—a testament to nearly two millennia of burial. Once used to store perfumes or oils, such bottles were both functional and decorative, prized for their translucent beauty.

Features

- Elegant globular form with narrow neck and flared lip

- Distinct weathering with shimmering iridescence

- Free-blown glass construction typical of early Roman craftsmanship

Cultural Significance
In Roman daily life, glass vessels like this one reflected luxury and innovation. The ability to create transparent, lightweight containers transformed trade and domestic life across the empire. Their aesthetic simplicity and enduring resilience continue to captivate collectors today.

Condition
Excellent preservation with areas of mineral encrustation and surface iridescence. No visible repairs or restorations.

Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in 
Width: 2 in 

Age
Circa 1st–3rd Century AD

Learn More

For further insight into the artistry and innovation of Roman glassmaking, explore the following:

Roman Mold-Blown Glass — The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A scholarly essay examining how the invention of glass-blowing revolutionized Roman craftsmanship, leading to mold-blown vessels of remarkable beauty and precision.

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