A rummer is a heavy, capacious drinking glass designed for ale, wine or punch during the Georgian and Victorian eras. They typically sit on short, thick stems with wide foot bases for stability. These pieces served everyday dining and tavern use before evolving into more decorative glassware found on nineteenth-century tables.

How do I date a cut crystal wine goblet?

Dating relies on combining the form of the bowl, the shape of the stem, and the style of the cutting. Eighteenth-century pieces often feature plain or facet-cut stems with engraved bowls, while Victorian examples lean towards heavier hobnail cutting and frosted finishes. Examining the pontil mark on the underside and the weight of the lead glass helps confirm the period of manufacture.

What is lemon squeezer base?

A lemon squeezer base is a distinctive square foot moulded with sharp sloping corners that mimic the appearance of a kitchen lemon squeezer. This form appears frequently on Georgian rummers and decanter stands from the early nineteenth century. Glassmakers formed these bases using a combination of blowing and pressing techniques into a square mould.