SOLD – 19th Century Engraved Glas Whiskey Measure c1880

Description

Heading : 19^th Century moulded glass gill whiskey measure
Date : c1880
Period : Victorian
Origin : English : Made for the “Oriental Hotel”
Colour : Clear. orange
Body : Engraved ‘Oriental Hotel’ and flower sprays to the slice cut panels. slice cut neck. Alternately orange coloured panels and an applied neck ring.
Pontil : Star cut
Glass Type : Lead
Size : 5 ¾ inches tall and approx. 2 ½ inches in diameter
Condition : Good : Chipping to the star cut base as shown
Restoration : None
Weight : 366 grams

Additional Information : Holds 1 English Imperial Gill (approx. 142ml). Fill level determined by the top of the upper slice cuts. This measure doubles as an individual decanter as it can be carried to a table filled to the measurement cut without fear of spillage due to the very narrow opening.