What periods do these pieces span?

The items range from Georgian and Regency eras through the Victorian and Edwardian decades, extending into the early twentieth century. Most examples originate from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

What materials make up these bottles?

Vessels utilise clear glass, cut crystal, and lead crystal paired with sterling silver collars, mounts, and labels. Some pieces incorporate coloured glass such as Bristol Blue or green alongside enamel decoration.

How were these decanters used?

They served to hold and pour spirits like whisky, brandy, and port upon dining tables and sideboards. Locking versions provided security for expensive spirits in domestic settings.

How do I identify Scottish examples?

Certain nineteenth-century pieces feature enamel lettering naming Scottish locations like Glasgow and Aberdeen alongside whisky brand names. Novelty forms also draw upon Scottish themes, including decanters shaped as thistles.

Home > Whisky Bottle Stopper > Page 3

Whisky Bottle Stopper

42 items · page 3 of 3

← Page 3 of 3 →

A whisky bottle stopper secures the spirit within, and these pieces arrive mounted in sterling silver and cut glass from Victorian, Edwardian and Georgian years.