Antique Amethyst Glass Bottle, Sun-Colored Purple

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An antique glass bottle displaying a soft amethyst coloration, likely the result of prolonged sun exposure, a phenomenon commonly referred to as sun-colored glass. The form features a tall neck with a simple applied lip and a cylindrical body.Such bottles were typically produced in the 19th century and have developed their distinctive purple hue over time due to the presence of manganese in the glass.

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Antique Amethyst Glass Bottle, Sun-Colored Purple

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