Il commercio del vetro attraverso l’Adriatico e oltre

This article presents the findings of a research project on the archaeology and archaeometry of glass, with a focus on glass trade and production in the Adriatic region from the Roman period to the early Middle Ages. Various archaeological sites in Italy were examined, including Jesolo, San Pietro in Castello, Comacchio, Herdonia, Faragola, San Giusto, and Salapia, to analyse the provenance, production techniques, and use of glass. The investigation reveals a prevalence of glass of Egyptian origin over Levantine glass and highlights the importance of glass recycling. The project also established an extensive archaeometric database for a systematic study of glass circulation throughout the entire Adriatic area, underscoring the dynamics of importation and distribution over time.