Gold Ruby Glass

The production of gold ruby glass is much more complex than that of many other glasses, but its beauty has fascinated glassmakers since Roman times. This paper looks at how some understanding of the colouring mechanisms has been developed and also at the varied methods evolved over the centuries for the production of this fine red glass.

Author
S Frank
Origin
University Of Sheffield
Journal Title
Glass Technology 25 1 1984 47-50
Sector
Primary Papers
Class
PP 1587

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Gold Ruby Glass
Glass Technology 25 1 1984 47-50
PP 1587
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