Glass Raw Material Appraisal

Clear Glass or Quartz Fragment

The item is a small, irregular fragment of a translucent material, potentially clear glass, plastic, or a natural mineral such as quartz. Based on its scale relative to the human finger, it measures approximately 0.5 to 1 centimeter in length. The material appears colorless with a high degree of transparency, though it features internal striations and surface textures that suggest it resulted from a fracture. The edges are sharp and jagged, exhibiting conchoidal fracturing typical of amorphous solids like glass or certain crystalline structures. There are no visible maker's marks, signatures, or decorative elements, as this appears to be a secondary byproduct or a piece of debris rather than a finished object. The condition is characterized as damaged or broken, with significant surface irregularities and lack of structural uniformity. It lacks any identifiable style or period, as its form is entirely accidental. Due to its size and state, it possesses no decorative or functional craftsmanship value in its current condition, appearing most likely to be a discarded shard from a larger vessel or component. The clarity is relatively high, and there is no visible patina, though minor surface dirt or oil from handling is present.