Aqua Sea Glass
Aqua soda-lime glass
Markings and exact colorations may vary.
Blue-green, surf-frosted glass, stronger in color than pale seafoam. Its original object is rarely certain from one fragment.
- Typical size
- 0.25–1.5 in
- How often it turns up
- Uncommon
- Collecting
- Check local rules
- Handling
- Safe to handle
Loose glass may be collectable where permitted; follow park and protected-area rules. Do not take from archaeological sites or wreck contexts. Dispose of sharp modern litter safely.
How to tell it apart
- Clear blue-green tone
- Frosted surface, often thick
- May show bubbles from older glassmaking
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Commonly confused with
Teal Sea GlassTeal manufactured glass
Teal is deeper and more saturated; aqua is paler and lighter blue-green.
More sea glass in the field guide
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