Glass object
phial; test-tube unguentariumAccession number: 2360Production date: Roman; mid 1st-early 3rd century Material: glass Measurements: H 63 mm; DM (rim) 17 mm; DM (neck) 11 mm; DM (body) 20 mm Museum Section: Roman Summary: Colour: monochrome amber. Moderate quality glass, with numerous small bubbles. Iridescence and heavy weathering on all surfaces; much surface pitting. Parts present: complete (rim, neck, body, base). Isings form 8. Plain flaring rim, fire-rounded, irregular. Slight constriction at base of neck. Rounded body, only slightly flattened on base. Location: Not currently on display. For information contact the Museum. |