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Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle C1860
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Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle C1860

19th century
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Description

Description

An elegant mid-Victorian emerald green glass double-ended scent bottle dating to c1860.

It has a beautifully faceted body of elongated octagonal form, cut with broad polished slice facets that enhance the richness and depth of the emerald green glass. Both ends are fitted with gilt brass hinged flip caps, allowing access from either side. One end retains its original internal glass stopper, whilst the opposite side would originally have contained a cork or similar sealing arrangement.

Double-ended scent bottles such as this were both practical and fashionable, allowing the owner to carry two different perfumes or scented oils within a single elegant object. Their ingenious design, combined with the striking colour and refined faceting, made them popular luxury accessories during the mid-19th century.

Date & Origin

England c1860 Period of Queen Victoria

Condition

Excellent. No chips, cracks or restoration. Clean and clear internnally. Single tiny pin prick. One glass stopper missing.

Dimensions

Height: 12.7cm

Diameter: 3cm

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Double Ended Perfume Bottle to the Victorian era.

Independent Date Check ID 09696856
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE VICTORIAN ERA:
Hand-cut octagonal facets: typical mid-Victorian lapidary glass cutting.
Soldered three-knuckle brass hinges: standard Victorian scent bottle mount construction.
Traces of plaster cement inside the mount: traditional nineteenth-century glass collar fixing.
Soft wear and gentle oxidisation to the gilt brass: age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242408
Dealers Internal Reference
2024042001
Description
Description

An elegant mid-Victorian emerald green glass double-ended scent bottle dating to c1860.

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It has a beautifully faceted body of elongated octagonal form, cut with broad polished slice facets that enhance the richness and depth of the emerald green glass.
Exhibit Antiques

Both ends are fitted with gilt brass hinged flip caps, allowing access from either side. One end retains its original internal glass stopper, whilst the opposite side would originally have contained a cork or similar sealing arrangement.

fig 1. An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.
fig 1. Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle C1860

Double-ended scent bottles such as this were both practical and fashionable, allowing the owner to carry two different perfumes or scented oils within a single elegant object. Their ingenious design, combined with the striking colour and refined faceting, made them popular luxury accessories during the mid-19th century.

fig 2. An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.
fig 2. Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle C1860

Date & Origin

England c1860 Period of Queen Victoria

Condition

Excellent. No chips, cracks or restoration. Clean and clear internnally. Single tiny pin prick. One glass stopper missing.

Dimensions

Height: 12.7cm

Diameter: 3cm

Date of Manufacture

Exhibit Antiques has dated this Victorian Double Ended Perfume Bottle to the Victorian era.

Independent Date Report ID 09696856
Dealer's Item DateVictorian era
Sellingantiques datingVictorian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-180 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Victorian era:
Hand-cut octagonal facets: typical mid-Victorian lapidary glass cutting.
Soldered three-knuckle brass hinges: standard Victorian scent bottle mount construction.
Traces of plaster cement inside the mount: traditional nineteenth-century glass collar fixing.
Soft wear and gentle oxidisation to the gilt brass: age and handling.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242408
Dealers Internal Ref
2024042001
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An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.
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Archive I An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.

Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle C1860

Archive II An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends. View II
Archive III An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends. View III
Archive IV An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends. View IV
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An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.
Victorian Emerald Green Double Ended Glass Perfume Bottle c1860
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An emerald green faceted glass Victorian double-ended perfume bottle fitted with brass caps on both ends.
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  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialGlass, Brass
  • ColourEmerald Green, Brass
  • MotifsFaceted glass body, Double-ended brass caps, Dual internal chambers

This mid-Victorian emerald green glass double-ended scent bottle dates to c1860. It has an elongated octagonal faceted body with broad polished slice cuts that catch the light, complemented by gilt brass hinged flip caps on both ends. One end retains an internal glass stopper, while the interior remains clean and clear throughout the glass chambers. The piece measures 12.7 cm in height with a diameter of 3 cm. These double-ended scent bottles were designed to hold two different perfumes or oils within a single portable accessory, combining practicality with fashionable mid-19th century luxury. In a modern home, this Victorian glass object functions as a decorative display piece on a bedside table or dressing table tray. The deep green tone and polished facets provide visual interest when placed near a window or vanity mirror, where light can pass through the tinted glass body. Its compact proportions allow it to sit securely among other small decorative accessories or antique collections without occupying significant surface space, offering an authentic touch of period craftsmanship for interior styling.

Popular during the Victorian era, double-ended scent bottles were designed with two separate glass chambers. One end typically contained liquid perfume, while the opposing end held smelling salts or a vinaigrette to revive individuals in poorly ventilated environments.

Victorian scent bottles were commonly crafted from thick lead glass, often cut or faceted, in rich jewel tones such as emerald green, ruby red, or cobalt blue. The end caps were constructed from brass, silver plate, sterling silver, or gold.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-cut glass facets, age-appropriate wear around the brass collars, and original internal glass stoppers beneath the screw or hinged caps. Examining the metal fittings for period manufacturing techniques also assists in identification.

These small decorative glass items are ideal for placement on a bedroom dressing table tray, a bathroom counter shelf, or displayed within a glazed cabinet alongside complementary glassware to catch natural light.

Wipe the exterior glass gently with a soft microfiber cloth and mild water, avoiding complete submersion to protect the metal caps. Keep the brass fittings dry to prevent tarnishing or corrosion over time.
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