Georgian Engraved Ale Glass c1750

Description

Heading : An engraved ale glass with a folded foot
Date : c1750
Period : George II
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Funnel
Bowl Features : Engraved with hops and barley in saltire
Stem : Plain
Foot :Conical and folded
Pontil :Snapped
Type :Lead glass
Size : 16cms tall with a 5cm bowl and 7cm foot  
Condition : “Restored”
Restoration : The rim of the bowl has been polished
Weight :  133grams

Grinding and polishing cannot be obfuscated when used to remove chips from the rim of a glass. We prefer constructive resin fills. but we are alone in that as it is easily detected. This glass will be fine for every day use without fear of damage