Georgian Toddy Lifter with Slice Cutting c1820

Description

Heading : A Georgian toddy lifter with slice cutting
Period : George III – George IV
Origin : England
Colour : Clear
Bowl : Broad thumb piece. Slice cut neck and body
Stem :Plain
Glass Type : Lead
Size :  Height 16.5cm
Condition : Excellent
Restoration : None
Weight: 147g

Ever since Andy McConnell demonstrated using a lifter on the Antiques Roadshow and gave a valuation of £200 they have become increasingly difficult to find. Here is another example of Eric’s most engaging colleague doing the same.

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