Sold 10 February 2025 · Marris Antiques

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Description

Pair of rummers with slice cut flutes and polished pontil to underside of feet. English c1900.

Rim dia: 9.4 cm.

Foot dia: 9.1 cm.

Condition: Very good.

Note: Fine pair of usable rummers.

Delivery by Royal Mail 24 hour tracked and signed.

UK £8.00

Outside UK £20.00.

Physical Dimensions

Height

14.9cm (5.87")

Width

9.4cm (3.70")

Depth

9.1cm (3.58")

Declaration

Marris Antiques has dated these Antique Glass Rummers to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1119540

Dealers Internal Reference

12614b

Description

Pair of rummers with slice cut flutes and polished pontil to underside of feet. English c1900.

Rim dia: 9.4 cm.

Foot dia: 9.1 cm.

Condition: Very good.

Note: Fine pair of usable rummers.

Delivery by Royal Mail 24 hour tracked and signed.

UK £8.00

Outside UK £20.00.

Physical Dimensions

Height

14.9cm (5.87")

Width

9.4cm (3.70")

Depth

9.1cm (3.58")

Date of Manufacture

Marris Antiques has dated these Antique Glass Rummers to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1119540

Dealers Internal Ref

12614b

About the Dealer

Marris Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since May 2018

Robert marris specialises in 18th, 19th and early 20th-century english and irish glass.

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United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectGlassware
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialGlass
ColourClear
MotifsFaceted stems, Thumbprint cutting, Wide circular foot
SizeH 14.9 cm (6 in) x W 9.4 cm (4 in) x D 9.1 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Rummers originated as heavy drinking glasses popular in Britain from the late 18th century through the 19th century, traditionally used for serving ale, wine, or punch.

Traditional rummers were manufactured using lead crystal or lime glass, often shaped via free-blowing, mould-blowing, and subsequent hand-cutting or engraving.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit pontil marks on the base, minor surface wear consistent with age, variations in thickness due to handcrafting, and a distinct resonant ring when tapped.

These versatile pieces can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets, utilised as small floral vases on a dining table, or employed practically for serving after-dinner drinks.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in warm water using mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives or sudden temperature changes to prevent thermal shock and scratching.