Have you ever walked along a beach looking down? Getting caught up in the details of rocks, shells, and weather glass, missing the horizon and thinking on the past is only natural in this contemplative place. Next time you happen upon a bit of sea glass let this guide you to its origins.
Amethyst Glass
This is a beautiful type of glass that has a pale lavender color and was originally used for medicine bottles in the early 1900s. Over time, the glass turned purple due to exposure to the sun. The color of the glass appears different depending on whether it is viewed in natural or fluorescent light.
Amber Glass
This lovely amber-colored glass comes from an antique Clorox bottle that was made in the 1940s. The bottle has embossing on its neck and body with a place for a rubber stopper.
Cobalt Glass
This type of glass has a beautiful blue color and was used for vintage Noxzema bottles. It was invented in 1914 and was popular up until the 1960s.
Olive Glass
This glass has a stunning olive-green color and is made from wine bottles that date back to the early 1900s. Instead of being thrown away, these bottles have been repurposed to create a new form of glassware, reducing waste and preserving history.
Ruby Glass
This glass has a rich ruby-red color and is made from broken antique beer bottles. Anchor Hocking made ruby beer bottles for Schlitz beer in the late 1940s.
Aqua Glass
This glass has a beautiful aqua color and was used for mason jars that were manufactured in the 1940s for preserving and canning fruits, vegetables, and jellies. These jars were commonly found on pantry shelves.
Pink Glass
This glassware is known as depression glass and has a beautiful pink hue. It dates back to the 1930s and 1940s and includes dinner plates, bowls, and cups.