Pressed glass mug / tumbler with handle
Estimated Value
$15-$50
A clear pressed-glass handled mug or small tankard featuring a decorative geometric pattern of raised diamond and star-cut style motifs around the body, with horizontal bands near the upper section and a faceted loop handle. The base appears thick and patterned, suggesting mass-produced decorative table glass rather than fine crystal. The design is typical of utilitarian yet ornamental late Victorian household glassware, often used for beer, water, or hot beverages. No maker's mark is visible from the image.
Era
Late 19th century to early 20th century (Victorian Era into early Edwardian period), possibly later reproduction
Origin
Likely United Kingdom or United States
Material
Pressed clear glass
Condition
Good overall condition; appears intact with no obvious chips or cracks visible in the image. Minor surface wear and possible light clouding or age-related abrasion may be present.
Physical Details
Dimensions
Approximately 4.5-5.5 inches tall; about 3-3.5 inches in diameter
Weight
Light
Authentication
Authenticity Score
Medium - The form and pressed-glass decoration are consistent with period glassware, but the image alone does not allow confirmation of age or maker, and it could also be a later reproduction.
Provenance
Likely a domestic tableware piece produced for general household use; exact maker and factory unknown without a base mark or additional views.
Historical Significance
Pressed glass mugs and tumblers were widely produced in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as affordable decorative tableware. They reflect the industrialization of glassmaking and the popularity of patterned household glass in Victorian and Edwardian homes.
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