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Description

Technical Description

A fine 19th century glass rummer. It has a large pointed round funnel bowl above a thin capstan stem and conical feet. Can be used for anything from an Ale to a G&T.

Date & Origin

England c1830. Period of Victoria

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 14cm

Bowl diameter: 10.5cm

Foot : 8.5cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

14cm (5.51")

Width

10.5cm (4.13")

Depth

10.5cm (4.13")

Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Rummer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1109783

Dealers Internal Reference

2024110606

Description

Technical Description

A fine 19th century glass rummer. It has a large pointed round funnel bowl above a thin capstan stem and conical feet. Can be used for anything from an Ale to a G&T.

Date & Origin

England c1830. Period of Victoria

Condition

Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration

Dimensions

Height: 14cm

Bowl diameter: 10.5cm

Foot : 8.5cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

14cm (5.51")

Width

10.5cm (4.13")

Depth

10.5cm (4.13")

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Antique Glass Rummer to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1109783

Dealers Internal Ref

2024110606

About the Dealer

Exhibit Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectGlassware
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian / Victorian
MaterialLead Glass
ColourClear
MotifsBucket bowl, Annular collar, Conical foot, Plain stem
SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 10.5 cm (4 in) x D 10.5 cm (4 in)

FAQs

A rummer is a traditional heavy-stemmed drinking glass that became popular in Britain during the late 18th and 19th centuries, commonly used for serving ale, wine, and spirits in homes and taverns.

These vessels were typically manufactured using lead glass or flint glass, shaped through free-blowing or mould-blowing techniques, often featuring a thick conical foot and a short, sturdy stem.

Authentic pieces often exhibit characteristic pontil marks on the base, minor surface imperfections such as tiny air bubbles, and a distinctive greyish or dark refractive quality typical of period lead glass.

Antique glass pieces add historical texture and reflective elegance when displayed on open shelving, within glazed cabinets, or used as standalone decorative objects on sideboards.

Antique glass should be washed gently by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent, avoiding harsh scrubbing, extreme temperature changes, and dishwasher cycles to protect the fragile historic material.