Technical Description
For the gamblers of the world, a 19th century ''Last Drop'' Whisky tumbler dating to c1850. It has a slice-cut bowl with the words ''Ye lafte drope'' with a hanged man engraved on one side. It also has a sealed compartment at the base with three small dice which move around freely.
A very nice example and part of the Michael Wallis collection which was 45 years in the making.
Date & Origin
England, c1850. Period of Victoria
Condition
Excellent, no chips cracks or restoration
Dimensions
Height: 10.2cm, Rim diameter: 8.55cm, Foot diameter: 7.5cm
Comments
This glass comes from the Michael Wallis collection which took over 45 years to build and contains over 250 drinking glasses, covering all forms from the 18th century, many exceptionally rare. They will all be presented by Exhibit over the coming weeks and months.
Internal Reference: MW20...22081738
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA928060
Dateline of this antique is 1850
Height is 11cm (4.3inches)
Width is 9cm (3.5inches)
Depth is 0cm (0.0inches)
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