Vintage “UV” Reactive Bud Vase

$40.00

Vintage hand-blown glass bud vase with controlled bubbles, glows green under ultra-violet light. This vase was made in Sweden during the late 19th to 20th century.

Description

Vintage hand-blown glass bud vase with controlled bubbles, glows green under ultra-violet light.  This vase was made in Sweden during the late 19th to 20th century. Glass containing manganese has a distinct characteristic; it fluoresces a brilliant green when exposed to UV light.  This property has made it a key identifier for collector and experts when dating and authenticating glass pieces from this era.