Teal Sea Glass
Teal manufactured glass
Also known as Turquoise sea glass
Markings and exact colorations may vary.
Deep blue-green glass, darker and more saturated than pale aqua or seafoam.
- Typical size
- 0.25–2 in
- How often it turns up
- Less common than 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
- Blue-green tone in daylight
- More saturated than pale aqua or seafoam
- Frosted face with rounded surf-worn edges
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Commonly confused with
Aqua Sea GlassAqua soda-lime 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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