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Roman Glass Unguent - Incredible Iridescence

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Roman Glass Unguent - Incredible Iridescence

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Description

Rome, Imperial Period, ca. 1st century CE. A petite glass unguentarium of gorgeous light green hues and brilliant areas of breathtaking rainbow iridescence, the form with a flat bottom, an indented base, a narrow, tubular neck with a widened mouth, and inwardly folded rim. Truly a wondrous example! Size: 2.625" H (6.7 cm)

Provenance: Ex - Prominent LA County collector who acquired these prior to 2000

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Condition

Three small nicks on base as shown. Else excellent.

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Roman Glass Unguent - Incredible Iridescence

Name: Roman Glass Unguent - Incredible Iridescence
SKU: 50666092
Price: 225 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $600 - $800

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