{"product_id":"ancient-roman-glass-cosmetic-balm-jar-roman-period-artifact-1st-3rd-century-ad-found-in-jericho-israel-copy","title":"Ancient Roman Glass Cosmetic Balm Jar | Roman Period Artifact 1st–3rd Century AD - Found in Jericho, Israel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite Roman glass jar, dating back to the 1st century CE, was discovered in the ancient city of Jericho, Israel. Designed with a flared neck and rounded body, this jar was used to store cosmetic balms, a luxury in the Roman and biblical worlds. These balms, often made from fragrant oils, resins, and herbs, were essential for grooming and self-care among the elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shimmering iridescence on its surface, formed over centuries of burial, highlights the exceptional craftsmanship of Roman glassblowers. This cosmetic balm jar not only served a practical purpose but also reflected its owner's refinement and sophistication, making it both a functional item and a symbol of status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBiblical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetic balms and fragrant oils are frequently mentioned in biblical texts, often associated with beauty, anointing, and purification rituals. In Esther 2:12, balms and oils are described as part of beauty treatments. Found in Jericho, a city famously mentioned in the Bible, this jar provides a tangible link to the everyday and ceremonial practices of the people who lived during Jesus’ time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5 cm (2.17 in)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Levant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51550501732630,"sku":null,"price":399.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/0585\/3718\/files\/1_998cdc5f-5da1-489a-abd0-cc68d741161f.png?v=1783894670","url":"https:\/\/ancientlevant.com\/products\/ancient-roman-glass-cosmetic-balm-jar-roman-period-artifact-1st-3rd-century-ad-found-in-jericho-israel-copy","provider":"Ancient Levant ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}