Smoke Gray Sea Glass
Gray manufactured glass
Also known as Gray sea glass, Grey sea glass, Smoky sea glass
Markings and exact colorations may vary.
Neutral gray, translucent sea glass rather than dark brown or black glass.
- Typical size
- 0.25–2 in
- How often it turns up
- Uncommon compared with clear, brown and green glass.
- Collecting
- Check local rules
- Handling
- Sharp edges
Loose glass may be collectable where permitted; follow park and protected-area rules. Do not take from archaeological sites or wreck contexts.
Check edges before picking up; dispose of sharp modern glass safely.
How to tell it apart
- Gray tint when held against white paper
- Transmits light through its thinner edges
- Frosted face and rounded, water-worn edges
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Commonly confused with
Black Sea GlassVery dark olive or amber glass
Smoke gray transmits neutral gray light; black glass may show olive or amber at thin edges.
More sea glass in the field guide
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