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Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
A pair of 19th century cut dram glasses. They have thistle bowls with slice cuts and cross cut diamonds. Ball knops stems above conical feet with polished pontils.
Date & Origin
England, c1848. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown.
Dimensions
Height: 9.5cm Rim diameter: 4.7cm Foot diameter: 4.9cm.
Historical Relevance
On 1st June 1878, the Tay Railway Bridge opens linking Dundee with Fife and then on the 28th Dec 1879, the bridge, which was designed by Thomas Bouch, collapsed while being crossed by a train with the loss of 75 lives.
Exhibit Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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Pair 19th Century Cut Thistle Bowl Dram Glasses C1880
