Technical Description A very fine early 18th century baluster dram glass dating to circa 1715–1720. It features a round funnel bowl with a solid base. The stem has a teared shoulder knop, with the tear extending down into the basal knop. The glass stands on a conical folded foot.Historical ContextEarly 18th-century heavy baluster glasses, dating roughly from 1690 to 1730, are among the earliest forms of English drinking glass. They are characterised by large bowls and thick stems composed of a series of knops, giving them a strong, architectural appearance.Dram glasses were used in the early 18th century because strong spirits were consumed in small, quick measures, and these glasses provided the ideal size, strength, and practicality for that purpose.If you wish to see more from the Dr Rigby Collection, comprising over 100 fine 18th-century wine glasses; please Check the article on our website - The Dr Rigby Collection of fine 18th century wine glassesDate & Or...