Technical Description
A Victorian Bitters Decanter with its original spiral facet cut stopper. Slice cut neck, the above a Thistle Body with very fine diamond with slice cuts below. Polished base.
The neck is very thin which would suggest bitters or similar liquor. Bitters is traditionally an alcoholic preparation flavored with botanical matter so that the end result is characterized by a bitter, or bittersweet flavor.
The decanter would be filled using a small funnel.
Date & Origin
England, c1870
Condition
Excellent, no chips, cracks or restoration. Clean and clear.
Dimensions
Height: 21.5cm Diameter: 8.4cm
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