Red Sea Glass
Red is associated with power, passion and wealth so it is no wonder that red sea glass is coveted. In addition to being such an empowering color I think it is desired by collectors because it is unexpected in the marine environment. Blue, green, teal and torquoise are associated with the sea, these pieces seem to be an extension of the sea itself, whereas finding red sea glass comes as a surprise.
In Puerto Rico red is the most common of all the rare colors. There are many reds, some are luminous, bright cherry, candy apple, or orangey while others are dark garnet reds.
The most common source is depression era houseware and decorative glass in Royal Ruby or Red Ruby. I have heard of people finding red tableware at old housesites in Puerto Rico and have a friend that has a piece of sea glass with Red Ruby embossed on it. It also comes from old cranberry glass and car lights. It is safe to say that it dates from the late 1800's to the mid 1900's. Gold was often used to create red colored glass, which makes it even more appealing. A peice with a pattern such as the one below is exceptionally rare. Rare sea glass color in Puerto Rico
