Can I use antique drinking glasses daily?

Many sturdy rummers and goblets remain robust enough for careful daily use, provided they are washed by hand in lukewarm water. Fine eighteenth-century wine glasses with delicate stems demand more caution and are better reserved for special occasions or display.

How do I identify a Georgian rummer?

Georgian rummers typically feature thick lead glass bodies, often with ovoid or bucket bowls supported by short stems and sturdy feet. Look for period characteristics such as square bases, lemon squeezer feet, and hand-engraved motifs like hops and barley.

What is an opaque twist stem?

An opaque twist stem contains fine threads of white or coloured enamel encased within the clear glass of the stem. Glassmakers created these patterns by manipulating canes of coloured glass while pulling and twisting the hot metal during formation.