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Conical Flask
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Conical Flask

Place of OriginRoman Empire, Palestine, probably inland
DateProbably 2nd century
DimensionsH: 2 5/16 in. (5.8 cm); Rim Diam: 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm); Max Diam: 1 1/8 in. (2.8 cm)
MediumGlass; free blown and tooled.
ClassificationGlass
Credit LineGift of Edward Drummond Libbey
Object number
1923.1095
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DescriptionThis flask is made of medium thin glass that was likely transparent, although its exact color cannot be determined because of weathering. It is free-blown and tooled, with a circular pontil scar on the base about 2.0 cm in diameter. The rim is outsplayed horizontally and folded inward. The tall, cylindrical neck has a toolmark and a slight constriction at its base. The squat, conical body sits on a flat bottom with a central depression.

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