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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
An 18th-century opaque twist ale glass. It has been engraved with hops on one side and barley in saltire on the other.
Conical foot.
Date & Origin
England, c1760. Period of George III.
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 19.5cm Rim diameter: 6cm, Foot diameter: 7.8cm
Historical Context
Hand-blown around the time The Treaty of Hubertusburg put an end to the Seven Years' War between Prussia and Austria, and their allies France and Russia.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.
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Georgian Engraved Double Series Opaque Twist Ale Glass C1760
