Roman Glass Date-Shaped Flask along with the Star of

along with the Star of Bethlehem shining brightly above them

This art features a variety of objects such as tools

living in Edom

During the reign of Ptolemy VI Philometor (180–145 BC)

Bilbils were transported in large quantities from Cyprus to Egypt and the Middle East

Roman Glass Date-Shaped Flask along with the Star ofThis vessel's textured surface and purple color resemble a dried date. Commonly found across the Roman Empire, these small mould blown flasks date back to the first and second centuries A. D. Made from a two part mold, it features a rounded rim and a short neck, with relief patterns that mimic the wrinkles of a ripe date. These flasks were likely used for storing perfume.