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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
England, c1840. Period of Victorian.
Condition
Excellent, no chips or cracks, clean and clear.
Dimensions
Height: 32.5cm Diameter: 8.5cm.
Weight
1025 grams
Technical Description
A superb mid 19th century amber decanter with its original slice cut final stopper. Slice cut neck and shoulders with two neck rings. Slice cut body with a star cut base. A superb example in superb condition. Rare means you almost certainly won't find this decanter anywhere else on the Internet.
Historical Relevance
The trip was about 2,000 miles and each night the Covered Wagon Train would form a circle for shelter from wind and extreme weather, they would put all the animals in the centre to prevent them from running away or being stolen by Native Americans.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the Victorian era.
Specialists in 18th & 19th century antique glass
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Exhibit Antiques Profile Page
Rare Victorian Amber Glass Decanter C1840
