Product Description: This small bottle is crafted from fragments of Ancient Roman glass, delicately pieced together. The glass exhibits slight iridescence, adding a subtle shimmer. Ideal as an elegant decorative item for your home.

Specifications:

• Origin: Afghanistan
• Estimated Production Era: 1st Century BCE – 2nd Century CE (age of the original glass)
• Dimensions:
  • Diameter: 26mm
  • Height: 40.5mm
  • Width: 26mm
  • Depth: 24mm

Special Notes:

As an antique item, this bottle may have scratches, cracks, or chips. Newly formed chips may also be present. Please refer to the photos.

About Roman Beads:

From the 1st century BCE to the 4th century CE, the Roman Empire saw significant advancements in glassmaking, producing many glass items for trade. These glassworks, created around the Mediterranean coast, were widely distributed from Northern Europe to Japan. Initially, most glass items were opaque, but by the 1st century CE, transparent glass became increasingly popular. Beads crafted for adornment held high value. Conversely, fragments from items such as cups or pitchers, with holes drilled for bead use, were more common and are still relatively affordable today.