1045 - Roman Iridescent Glass Perfume Bottle. Circa 1st-3rd century A.D. Piriform body with cylindrical neck, everted folded rim and a slightly concave base; iridescence to the surface. Cf. The British Museum, accession number 1901,0413.3009, for type. 8.77 grams, 72 mm (2 7/8 in.). [No Reserve]

Roman Iridescent Glass Perfume Bottle. Circa 1st-3rd century A.D. Piriform body with cylindrical neck, everted folded rim and a slightly concave base; iridescence to the surface. Cf. The British Museum, accession number 1901,0413.3009, for type. 8.77 grams, 72 mm (2 7/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the collection of Dr Gerhard Muller-Afers, Speyer; thence by family descent. Private collection, Europe, acquired from the above. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.