Olive Sea Glass

Olive-green soda-lime glass

Markings and exact colorations may vary.

Deep olive and forest green from wine and champagne bottles.

Typical size
0.25–2 in
How often it turns up
Common
Collecting
Check local rules

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.

Handling
Safe to handle

How to tell it apart

  • Dark olive to forest green
  • Thick, often curved from a bottle shoulder
  • Heavily frosted

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