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Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved Firing Glass
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Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved Firing Glass

19th century
Sold 18 April 2025 · The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Description

This is a late Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved firing glass dating from the beginning of the 19th century, c1820.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age. This means, of course, that it shows some age related wear and tear to the rim of the base although it is very light considering it is some 200 years old. It has a polished out pontil mark on the underside of the base.

The glass has a waisted bucket-shaped bowl measuring 5.8 cm. (2.3 inches) in diameter at the rim. The bowl is engraved with a number of Masonic symbols including set square, pair of compasses, sun, moon etc. The base measures 4 cm. (1.6 inches) in diameter. The glass is 7 cm (2.8 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

It is made from lead metal weighing 115 g. (~ 4 oz.)

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Engraved Firing Glass to the 19th Century.

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SA1089828
Dealers Internal Reference
7842
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Description
This is a late Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved firing glass dating from the beginning of the 19th century, c1820.

The glass is in excellent condition for its age.

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This means, of course, that it shows some age related wear and tear to the rim of the base although it is very light considering it is some 200 years old.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.

It has a polished out pontil mark on the underside of the base.

fig 1. An antique clear glass firing glass with a heavy, thick base and wheel-engraved Masonic symbols on the bowl.
fig 1. Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved Firing Glass

The glass has a waisted bucket-shaped bowl measuring 5.8 cm. (2.3 inches) in diameter at the rim. The bowl is engraved with a number of Masonic symbols including set square, pair of compasses, sun, moon etc. The base measures 4 cm. (1.6 inches) in diameter. The glass is 7 cm (2.8 inches) in height. There are no chips, cracks, significant scratches or any obvious evidence of restoration.

It is made from lead metal weighing 115 g. (~ 4 oz.)

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
5.8cm (2.28")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

The World is Made of Glass Ltd. has dated this Georgian Engraved Firing Glass to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1089828
Dealers Internal Ref
7842
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
The World is Made of Glass Ltd.
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Dealing in antique and collectable glass from the 17th to the 21st century.

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Kent Road
Congresbury
Somerset
BS49 5BE
United Kingdom

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An antique clear glass firing glass with a heavy, thick base and wheel-engraved Masonic symbols on the bowl.
Georgian, English, Masonic-engraved firing glass
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An antique clear glass firing glass with a heavy, thick base and wheel-engraved Masonic symbols on the bowl.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectGlassware
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourClear
  • MotifsThick heavy base, Wheel-engraved symbolism, Flared bowl
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 5.8 cm (2 in) x D 4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A firing glass is a heavy-based drinking vessel used during 18th-century toasts, named for the sharp sound resembling a musket shot produced when slammed onto a wooden table.

These items are typically hand-blown from lead glass or flint glass, characterised by thick bases designed to withstand impact and detailed wheel-engraving.

Authentic examples feature pontil marks on the base, minor surface wear consistent with age, heavy lead content, and characteristic tool marks from hand-manufacturing.

Displaying such items within a glass-fronted cabinet or on a desk allows their historical detail to be appreciated while maintaining a refined decorative aesthetic.

Clean gently by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent; never submerge in hot water or place in a dishwasher to prevent thermal shock and surface damage.
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