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Set of Six Early Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups
Hand of Glory
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Set of Six Early Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups

19th century
For Sale by Hand of Glory
Description

A set of six early Victorian custard cups or jelly glasses, circa 1840, with petal cut bowls raised on a knopped stem and circular foot.

All in perfect condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Declaration

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups to the Victorian era.

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SA1172539
Description
A set of six early Victorian custard cups or jelly glasses, circa 1840, with petal cut bowls raised on a knopped stem and circular foot.

All in perfect condition.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
8.5cm (3.35")
Depth
6cm (2.36")
Date of Manufacture

Hand of Glory has dated these Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172539
Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
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A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles.
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Archive I A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles.

Set of Six Early Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups

Archive II A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles. View II
Archive III A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles. View III
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Hand of Glory Antiques
34 Market Place
Chippenham
Wiltshire
SN15 3HP
United Kingdom
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Hand of Glory
Hand of Glory
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Location: Hand of Glory Antiques, 34 Market Place, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3HP, United Kingdom
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A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles.
Set of Six Early Victorian Cut Glass Custard Cups
Ref: SA1172539
A set of six early Victorian clear cut glass custard cups featuring fluted bowls, pedestal bases, and loop handles.
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Custard cups became popular individual serving vessels during the 18th and 19th centuries, designed specifically for warm or chilled desserts such as custards, jellies, and syllabubs. By the early Victorian period, advancements in flint glass manufacturing allowed intricate cut-glass designs to adorn formal dining tables.

These pieces were typically crafted from lead crystal or flint glass, which provided superior clarity and weight. The bowls were either free-blown or press-moulded before being finished by hand on cutting wheels to create decorative facets and panels, alongside individually hand-applied loop handles.

Authentic period pieces often feature subtle hand-applied variations, a distinct ring when tapped due to lead content, and polished pontil marks on the base. Furthermore, early Victorian cut glass typically shows micro-abrasions consistent with historic handling on the base rim.

While originally intended for desserts, these vessels function as elegant accent pieces displayed on sideboards, within glazed cabinets, or repurposing them on table settings as individual floral vase holders or condiment servers.

Wash by hand using lukewarm water, a mild liquid soap, and a soft cloth to prevent scratching. Avoid sudden temperature changes or dishwasher use, which can thermal shock the glass and cause clouding or fractures over time.
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