Heading : A Union Engraved Bristol Blue Mell Decanter
Date : c1850
Origin : England
Bowl Features : Engraved with a continuous band of interwoven shamrocks, roses and thistles. Large ovoid polished pontil scar
Marks : None
Type : Cobalt glass
Size : Height 20.5cm to rim
Condition : There is a 4mm U shaped flake chip beneath the rim.
Restoration : None
Weight : 455 grams

Additional Information : The Acts of Union of 1800 came into force in 1801. By the time this was engraved the Acts of Union will have been in force for fifty years. Thus a posteriori this may have made to celebrate the golden jubilee of unification.