Roman Glass is not a crystal, its a relic from Ancient Rome. Created by skilled artisans in the Roman Empire nearly two thousand years ago, Roman Glass began as molten sand and soda ash, blown or cast into vessels, windows, and ornaments. Over the centuries, these pieces were buried and forgotten, only to be rediscovered as fragments, weathered by earth, time, and alchemy. Nature slowly transformed them, layer by delicate layer, through the reaction of the buried glass with mineral-rich soil and underground water. This process formed a radiant patina of iridescence, shimmering in hues of aqua, violet, teal, and rose, like an aurora frozen in time.

The name “Roman Glass” honors its origin, for these pieces were crafted during the Roman Empire, most often between the 1st century BCE and the 4th century CE. Though glass itself is not a mineral, the ancient glass has taken on a stone-like quality due to centuries of burial and natural alteration, making it a fascinating fusion of man-made beauty and geological transformation. 

Roman Glass is most commonly found in modern-day Israel, Lebanon, Jordan, and Egypt. Many of the pieces used in jewelry today are discovered in archaeological digs and are often carefully set into sterling silver to honor their legacy. In ancient times, glass was a luxury reserved for the elite, a symbol of wealth, refinement, and the rise of advanced craftsmanship. 

Roman Glass is a sacred talisman of memory and transformation. Its ethereal shimmer speaks to the soul, reminding us that beauty often emerges after pressure, patience, and change. Holding Roman Glass is like being transported to an ancient world. Its energy inviting you to release what no longer serves you and embrace your own soul’s evolution. Its iridescent glow reflects hidden truths and gently guides you into the depths of your own intuition. It opens the energetic field to past-life recall, ancestral healing, and deep soul remembering, helping you draw strength from your lineage and soul family.

This ancient treasure is especially potent for healers, intuitives and mystics. It acts as a bridge between timelines, enhancing your ability to access Akashic Records and receive intuitive downloads. Roman Glass radiates a protective, peaceful energy, cleansing your aura and harmonizing your vibration with divine wisdom. It calms emotional turbulence, soothes the heart, and supports the energetic clearing of generational wounds, making space for hope, forgiveness, and spiritual renewal. It is an ideal stone for meditation, inner child healing, and connecting to the sacred mystery that flows through time.

Hardness: 5-7

Color: Blue, teal, violet, pink, green, yellow, white, iridescent 

Structure: Not a crystal

Care: Avoid prolonged exposure to heat (or extreme heat), direct sunlight and contact with abrasive surfaces or chemicals. Remove before contact sports, weight lifting or activities where it may come into contact with force. As always, it should be stored away from minerals higher on the MOHs scale.

Cleaning: Warm water, mild soap, and soft cloth.

Feng Shui Placement: Roman Glass is a great stone to place in your meditation space.