Glass, 32.85 grams, 78.77 mm. Circa 4th century AD. A translucent glass bottle with a squat spherical ribbed body detailed with raised veins that fade into the neck which is fluted with a rolled rim. The base has a concave centre which allows the piece to stand. Unguentaria are small ceramic or glass bottle found frequently at Hellenistic and Roman sites, especially in cemeteries. It’s most common use was probably as a container for oil, though it is also suited for storing and dispensing liquid and powdered substances. A very good example in extremely fine condition. Ex old English collection.