SOLD – Tall Georgian Opaque Twist Engraved Ale Glass c1760

Description

Heading : Opaque twist ale glass
Date : c1760
Period : George III
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Long round funnel
Bowl Features : Engraved with hop and barley
Stem : Double series opaque twist
Stem Features : Pair spiral threads outside a multiply corkscrew
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 7 1/2 inches tall with a 2 1/4 inch bowl and 2 7/8 inch foot.
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks
Restoration : None
Weight: 180 grams

References :

English Drinking Glasses by Ronald Gabriel – Page 31 Plate 22