Roman Glass Jar w/ Rainbow Iridescence

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Roman, Imperial Period, ca. 1st to 3rd century CE. A delicate glass vessel of a deep aqua and teal hues resting on a wide base with a narrow tubular body that rises up to a wide rim. The interior cavity extends just to the base of the neck and lovely flecks of rainbow iridescence cover the base and rim, adding radiance to the glass. A petite jar of a pleasing weight, this was perhaps used for a Roman lady's scented oil or perfume. Size: 2.1" W x 2.5" H (5.3 cm x 6.4 cm)

Provenance: ex-Estate of Eldert Bontekoe, Pegasi Numismatics, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA acquired before 2000

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Condition Report: Losses and chips to rim as shown. Surface abrasions, nicks, and weathering commensurate with age. Mineral deposits and nice rainbow iridescence.