A Fine Georgian Firing Glass c 1740.

Description

Heading : A Fine Georgian Firing Glass c 1740.
Period : George II. an early example
Origin : England 
Colour : Clear . excellent grey hue
Bowl : Rare bell shape for a firing glass. with thickened base
Stem : Plain
Foot : Thickened low conical
Pontil : Snapped
Glass Type : Lead 
Size :  11.7cm height.  5.9cm diameter bowl. 6.5cm diameter foot 
Condition : Excellent. no chips or cracks . excellent wear on underside of the base
Restoration : None 
Weight: 214 grams 

Only the second example we have offered for sale during the last 15 years. Very weighty for a glass of such small stature. A very good case could be made to apply the term ‘baluster’ on weight alone.