Glass, 21.64 grams, 63.43 mm. Circa 3rd century AD. A transparent glass bottle with a long fluted neck with flat rim, and a wider body decorated with raised ribs. 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. Its most common use was probably as a container for oil, though it is also suited for storing and dispensing liquid and powdered substances. Ref: similar to Bonhams lot 229. 27 April 2006. A beautiful piece in extremely fine condition. Ex old English collection.