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ANTIQUE #SA1130026

Rare 19th Century Glass Tumbler With Radial Moulded Base C1850

£120    $161    €141
 
Technical Description
 
An exceptional 19th century glass tumbler dating to c1850.
 
It has a tapered form with slice cutting to the lower section and a solid section at the base. Sits on a very rare radial moulded foot. Only the 2nd example we have ever had with this foot design and a very good size which can be used for anything from Whisky to a G&T or an iced cocktail.
 
Date & Origin
 
England, c1850.
 
Condition
 
Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration.
 
Dimensions
 
Height: 10.3cm
 
Rim diameter: 9.5cm
 
Base diameter: 7.5cm
 
Historical Context
 
Some interesting historical context, on March 19th 1831, the first ever reported bank robbery in U.S. history took place at the City Bank of New York. In August 1830 the 1st American built locomotive, ''Tom Thumb'' raced a horse-drawn car from Stockton and Stokes stagecoach company...from Baltimore to Ellicott Mills. Due to mechanical problems, the horse won!
 
 
Internal Reference: 2023082320
Antique Number: SA1130026
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 10cm (3.9inches)
Width is 0cm (0.0inches)
Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
Antique #SA1130026, shown on this page, originates from the victorian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was made:
   The Victorian Era   
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