Ancient Roman Alabaster Jar with Lid | Biblical Jesus-Era Antiquity – 1st–2nd Century AD

A remarkable ancient Roman alabaster jar dating to the 1st–2nd century AD, reportedly discovered in Jerusalem. Standing 6.5 cm (2.56 inches) tall, this beautifully carved stone vessel features a tapered body, rounded base, and removable lid with a raised handle. Likely used to store precious ointments, perfumes, or cosmetic preparations, this artifact offers a tangible connection to daily life in ancient Jerusalem during the early Roman period. Biblical Significance Alabaster vessels hold particular significance in the New Testament, where they are associated with precious perfumes and anointing oils. In Mark 14:3, a woman approaches Jesus carrying an alabaster jar of expensive perfume. Although this particular vessel cannot be directly associated with that biblical event, it represents a type of stone container connected to the material culture of the biblical world.