Roman Glass Flagon
Blown in very thin transparent pale green glass; rim folded under; long cylindrical neck; body with fine vertical fluting with 10 additional indents; pontil mark; single handle in dark blue glass with spiral trail.

Extensive damage and professional restoration. Bottom third appears to be mainly intact. Middle third in numerous pieces, professionally restored. Two small holes/losses- see photos. Handle appears to be unbroken.

Eastern Mediterranean c. 4th- 5th c. AD
5½" tall

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For a similar example, see John W. Hayes, "Roman and Pre-Roman Glass in the Royal Ontario Museum" (Toronto: Royal Ontario Museum, 1975), p.211, #415.

See also, Susan H. Auth, "Ancient Glass at the Newark Museum" (Newark: Barton Press, Inc., 1976) P. 131, #164.