Rare Facet Cut Fluted Georgian Ale Glass c1780

Description

Heading : 18th century facet cut and fluted ale glass 
Period : George III – c1780
Origin : England 
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Funnel. fluted moulding and faceted basal section 
Stem : Thick stem cut with elongated hexagons
Foot : Conical 
Pontil : Snapped 
Glass Type : Lead 
Size :  17.6cm height. 5.8cm diameter bowl. 7.9cm diameter foot 
Condition : No chips or cracks. an area of light scratches inside the bowl 
Restoration : None 
Weight: 280 grams 

A truly stunning glass. it would be a shame not to use it. Since 15% ABV ales have gone out of fashion since their Georgian heyday this would make a fine antique champagne glass