The glass from the Western Defences at Butrint

The analysis of glass finds from the Western Defenses of Butrint, particularly from Towers 1 and 2, focused on the cataloguing and study of glass fragments, including window glass, bottles, jugs, and goblets, classified by type, color, and manufacturing technique. The research identified several variants of goblets, discusses their dating and provenance, and uses chemical composition data to determine the origin of the glass. The analysis suggests a complex trade network linking Butrint with Egypt, Syria, and Palestine during the Late Roman and Byzantine periods. Finally, the study interprets the context of the finds, especially in Tower 1, as a possible storage area for trade or recycling, offering insights into the economic and cultural dynamics of the time.