Topic: Antique cordial/liqueur glass

[Keith Mick]

Made an interesting find whilst wondering around a local car boot recently. Found this tiny glass which I assume was meant for cordial or liqueur type drink. I think it's probably early ish 19th century due to the slightly wonky 3 piece construction, snapped pontil, striations, bubbles etc. It was originally I think part of a larger suite of glasses as it has been wheel engraved with a basic grape and vine design.
It's 9cm or about 3 1/2" tall.
Anyone come across anything similar?
Cheers
Keith

[neil53]

Hi, these glasses are quite common and are 19th century as you say.  Is yours soda glass?  They normally are and originate from the Continent I believe.  Kind regards

[Keith Mick]

Hi Neil
Do think it maybe soda glass, it seems light even for its size. Also the way the foot tim is finished is not a British thing as far as I'm aware.

[Keith Mick]

Foot rim that was supposed read

[flying free]

gorgeous stem and foot design.  If it was bigger it would be perfect for a nice glass of wine

[Keith Mick]

Hello flying free
Well it's perfect for a very small drink of wine as it is!!!