Tall Georgian Engraved Plain Stem Ale Glass c1740

Description

Heading : Engraved plain stem ale glass
Date : c1740
Period : George II
Origin : England
Colour : Clear. engraved with hops and ears of barley in saltire
Bowl : Funnel
Stem : Plain
Foot : Conical and folded
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 15cm tall. 5.5 cm bowl and 7cm foot
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight : 132 grams

Reference

Miller’s Glass Buyers Guide – Page 130

Old English Drinking Glasses Their Chronology and Sequence By Grant R. Francis F.S.A – Plate 191.