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Victorian Leather Cased Travel Medicine Glass - S. Maw, Son & Thompson
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Victorian Leather Cased Travel Medicine Glass - S. Maw, Son & Thompson

19th century
Sold 6 March 2026 · Vicky Thomas Antiques
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A small leather cased medicine glass made by S. Maw, Son & Sons, medical instruments manufacturer of Aldersgate, London some time between 1870 and 1901.

The little glass is in excellent condition, and has the engraved measurements for tablespoon, desert spoon and tea spoon - for all your measuring needs!

The leather case shows the surface wear to be expected of an item of this age, but is in good sound condition, strong and sturdy.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch if I can provide any further information.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated this Victorian Travel Medicine Glass to the Victorian era.

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SA879202
Description
A small leather cased medicine glass made by S.
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Maw, Son & Sons, medical instruments manufacturer of Aldersgate, London some time between 1870 and 1901.
Vicky Thomas Antiques

The little glass is in excellent condition, and has the engraved measurements for tablespoon, desert spoon and tea spoon - for all your measuring needs!

fig 1. An antique clear glass tumbler stands in front of two round, green leather-covered cases with velvet interiors.
fig 1. Victorian Leather Cased Travel Medicine Glass - S. Maw, Son & Thompson

The leather case shows the surface wear to be expected of an item of this age, but is in good sound condition, strong and sturdy.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch if I can provide any further information.

Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Vicky Thomas Antiques has dated this Victorian Travel Medicine Glass to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA879202
Vicky Thomas Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022
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Archive I An antique clear glass tumbler stands in front of two round, green leather-covered cases with velvet interiors. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Victorian Leather Cased Travel Medicine Glass - S. Maw, Son & Thompson

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Vicky Thomas Antiques
Telephone 07718 101220
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Manchester
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/vickythomasantiques
Verified Since Feb 2022
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An antique clear glass tumbler stands in front of two round, green leather-covered cases with velvet interiors.
VICTORIAN LEATHER CASED TRAVEL MEDICINE GLASS - S. MAW, SON & THOMPSON
Ref: SA879202
An antique clear glass tumbler stands in front of two round, green leather-covered cases with velvet interiors.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectMedical Antiques
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialGlass, Leather, Velvet
  • ColourGreen and Clear
  • MotifsEtched glass graduations, Embossed leather texture, Velvet case lining
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

A Victorian travel medicine glass is a small, portable glassware item accompanied by a protective leather case, designed for taking medications or measuring dosages while away from home during the nineteenth century.

These protective cases were typically constructed from moulded leather, often featuring textured outer finishes and velvet or silk linings to cushion the fragile glass vessel inside.

Authentic pieces often feature period-appropriate maker marks, etched measurement graduations, hand-blown glass characteristics such as pontil marks or small air bubbles, and genuine leather wear consistent with nineteenth-century manufacturing.

These small collectibles can be displayed on bookshelves, inside glass cabinets, or upon office desks as historical curiosities that add a layer of intellectual charm and narrative depth to a room.

The glass can be washed gently with warm water and mild soap, while the leather case should be kept dry and treated sparingly with a microcrystalline wax or leather conditioner to prevent cracking.
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