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A Gorgeous George IV Amethyst Wine Glass
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A Gorgeous George IV Amethyst Wine Glass

18th century
Sold 11 June 2026 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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A gorgeous early 19th Century wine glass, dating from the reign of King George IV. The bowl is honeycombe moulded and sits on a hollow and clear stem, decorated with amethyst coloured 'raspberry' prunts. The conical foot has hand applied thread work. To the underside, there is a broken pontil. A wonderful collector's piece with a practical use. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK.

£20.00 Europe.

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£30.00 Outside Europe.

Condition :- Excellent, with no cracks, clouding or chips.

Origin :- German.

Date :- c1830.

Diameter :- 7 cms.

Height :- 10.5 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this George IV Amethyst Glass to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1217309
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A gorgeous early 19th Century wine glass, dating from the reign of King George IV.
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The bowl is honeycombe moulded and sits on a hollow and clear stem, decorated with amethyst coloured 'raspberry' prunts.
Jeff Sims Antiques

The conical foot has hand applied thread work. To the underside, there is a broken pontil. A wonderful collector's piece with a practical use. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An antique George IV amethyst glass goblet featuring a patterned bowl and ribbed foot.
fig 1. A Gorgeous George IV Amethyst Wine Glass

Postage and packing £12.00 UK.

£20.00 Europe.

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£30.00 Outside Europe.

Condition :- Excellent, with no cracks, clouding or chips.

Origin :- German.

Date :- c1830.

Diameter :- 7 cms.

Height :- 10.5 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this George IV Amethyst Glass to the Georgian era.

Height
11cm (4.33")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1217309
Dealers Internal Ref
JMS
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
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An antique George IV amethyst glass goblet featuring a patterned bowl and ribbed foot.
A gorgeous George IV amethyst wine glass
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An antique George IV amethyst glass goblet featuring a patterned bowl and ribbed foot.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectGlassware
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialLead Glass
  • ColourPurple
  • MotifsMould-blown bowl, Ribbed foot, Applied prunts
  • SizeH 11 cm (4 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

FAQs

The George IV period spans from 1820 to 1830, characterised by a transition from neoclassical restraint towards heavier, more ornate designs influenced by the expanding industrial techniques of the era.

Coloured glass was created by adding metallic oxides, such as manganese or gold, to the molten glass batch to achieve deep hues like amethyst, cobalt blue, and emerald green.

Authentic pieces often exhibit pontil marks on the base, minor surface irregularities, wear consistent with age, and a heavier lead content characteristic of traditional flint glass.

Antique coloured glassware can be displayed on open shelving or mantels to catch the light, adding rich colour accents and historic texture to modern minimalist or eclectic spaces.

Antique glass should be washed by hand in lukewarm water using a mild, non-abrasive detergent, and dried carefully with a lint-free cloth to avoid damaging the delicate surface.
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