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Description

Technical Description

A superb set of six Victorian Cranberry Glass Tumblers dating to c1880. They have tapered bowls and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1880

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 10.2 cm

Rim diameter: 5.8 cm

Foot diameter: 3.0 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

10.2cm (4.02")

Declaration

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Cranberry Glass Tumblers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1188744

Dealers Internal Reference

2025111322

Description

Technical Description

A superb set of six Victorian Cranberry Glass Tumblers dating to c1880. They have tapered bowls and polished pontils.

Date & Origin

England, c1880

Condition

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

Dimensions

Height: 10.2 cm

Rim diameter: 5.8 cm

Foot diameter: 3.0 cm

Physical Dimensions

Height

10.2cm (4.02")

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated these Victorian Cranberry Glass Tumblers to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1188744

Dealers Internal Ref

2025111322

About the Dealer

Exhibit Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2019

Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectGlassware
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialGlass
ColourCranberry
MotifsStraight-sided profile, Plain rim, Polished base
SizeH 10.2 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Cranberry glass, also known as ruby or gold-ruby glass, is a type of pinkish-red glass created by adding gold chloride to the molten glass batch. It gained immense popularity during the Victorian era in the 19th century, particularly from the 1850s onwards, for use in tableware and decorative objects.

These items were crafted using high-purity silica mixed with precise amounts of gold to achieve the characteristic pink-red hue. Skilled artisans typically hand-blew or mould-pressed the molten glass before finishing the rims and bases by hand.

Authentic pieces from the Victorian era often display subtle irregularities such as pontil marks on the base, tiny air bubbles within the glass matrix, and slight variations in colour depth. The shade should possess a distinct rich, translucent pinkish-red tone rather than a uniform modern painted finish.

These pieces can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets to catch the light, or used functionally on dining tables for special occasions. Pairing them with neutral or metallic surfaces allows the vibrant glass colour to serve as a striking focal point.

Antique glassware should be washed gently by hand in lukewarm water using mild detergent, avoiding sudden temperature changes that can cause thermal shock and cracking. Never place historic glass in a dishwasher or expose it to direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent colour fading.