Technical Description
A very fine 19th-century peacock blue glass claret jug. It has its original, hollow, ground stopper and a poring section to the front lip. Clear applied rope twist handle with rib moulding to the body. Polished pontil.
Date & Origin
England, c1880. Period of Victoria.
Condition
Excellent, age-related wear as shown. No chips cracks or restoration, clean and clear.
Dimensions
Height: 20cm Diameter: 8.7cm.
Historical Relevance
Hand-blown around the time McVitie's was founded as McVitie & Price's biscuit bakery in Edinburgh.
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