Technical Description
An 18th-century Balustroid wine glass dating to 1740 with a bell bowl. Flattened Ball shoulder knop above inverted baluster and basal knops. Conical folded Foot.
Date & Origin
England, c1740. Period of George II.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration.
Dimensions
Height: 15.2cm Rim diameter: 5.8cm Foot diameter: 6.8cm.
Historical Relevance
Hand-made around the time Grog was first issued to the Royal Navy in 1740.