SOLD – 19th Century Whisky Glass Tumbler c1840

Description

An excellent whisky tumbler c1840

It has a slightly tapered bowl with slice cutting to the sides and a polished pontil on the base.

English lead. no chips cracks or restoration. it measures 4 ¾ inches tall with a 4 inch bowl.

A few very minor scratches to the bowl and a few very minor nibbles on the wear line of the foot which is just part of the wear. Sits well in the hand and an excellent heavy example.  

References :

Glass Tumblers 1700 – 1900 By John A. Brooks – Page 26 Plate 30.