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Victorian Silver and Sliced-cut Teal Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880
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Victorian Silver and Sliced-cut Teal Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

19th century
Description

This is an unusual and rather striking silver and cut glass scent bottle. The plain silver hinged lid fitted on a sliced-cut teal glass body. The neck fitted with the original teal glass stopper. It is a very tactile piece.

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was very often the case with early scent bottles but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Height: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Maximum width: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Depth: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

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Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Teal Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1234034
Dealers Internal Reference
SEPT82
Description
This is an unusual and rather striking silver and cut glass scent bottle. The plain silver hinged lid fitted on a sliced-cut teal glass body. The neck fitted with the original teal glass stopper. It is a very tactile piece.
fig 1. A Victorian sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle featuring geometric facets and a polished silver cap.
fig 1. Victorian Silver and Sliced-cut Teal Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was very often the case with early scent bottles but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Height: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Maximum width: 4.5cm / 1.6 inches.

Depth: 2cm / 0.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

fig 2. A Victorian sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle featuring geometric facets and a polished silver cap.
fig 2. Victorian Silver and Sliced-cut Teal Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Teal Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234034
Dealers Internal Ref
SEPT82
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Archive I A Victorian sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle featuring geometric facets and a polished silver cap. SOLD22 SEP 26

Victorian Silver and Sliced-cut Teal Glass Scent Bottle, Circa 1880

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Verified Since Jun 2009
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A Victorian sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle featuring geometric facets and a polished silver cap.
VICTORIAN SILVER AND SLICED-CUT TEAL GLASS SCENT BOTTLE, CIRCA 1880
Ref: SA1234034
A Victorian sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle featuring geometric facets and a polished silver cap.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialCut Glass, Silver
  • ColourTeal and Silver
  • MotifsSliced-cut glass, Geometric facets, Silver cap, Tapered silhouette
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

A Victorian silver and sliced-cut teal glass scent bottle, dating from around 1880, presents a tactile design. The piece pairs a plain silver hinged lid with a teal glass body featuring geometric facets and a tapered silhouette. Inside, the neck holds the original teal glass stopper. Hallmarks are absent, as was common with early scent bottles, though the metal tests as silver. The visible surfaces show polished metallic shine against translucent teal glass, with clean angled planes across the faceted body and a rounded cap. Measuring 9.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide, and 2 cm deep, the bottle occupies minimal surface area. In a modern interior, the bottle suits placement on a bedroom dressing table, a bathroom shelf, or a sideboard top where the teal glass catches the light. The compact scale allows easy integration into existing displays of small glass and silver objects.

FAQs

During the Victorian era, scent bottles were essential personal accessories used to carry liquid perfumes, smelling salts, or essential oils. Craftsmen produced them in a wide array of coloured and cut glass designs, frequently topped with silver or silver-gilt stoppers and caps.

Victorian scent bottles were predominantly crafted from lead crystal or coloured glass, featuring wheel-cut facets or carved patterns. Caps and mounts were typically made from sterling silver, silver plate, or brass, often fitted with internal cork or glass stoppers to prevent evaporation.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-cut glass facets showing minor natural variations, alongside hallmarks or makers marks on the silver collar or cap. Screw-on or push-button hinged caps with original internal stopper remnants are key indicators of period construction.

Place antique scent bottles on a mirrored vanity tray, decorative sideboard, or bathroom shelf to add colour and texture. Grouping items of varying heights and complementary jewel tones creates a curated decorative vignette.

Wipe the glass section gently using a soft, damp cloth and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners. Silver components should be lightly polished with a dedicated silver cloth to remove oxidisation without wearing away surface details.
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