18th Century Blown Flip Glass
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Free blown aqua tumbler, referred to as a flip glass. Thick glass with striations and bubbles.Â
Large open pontil on base. Heavy body and base wear indicate years of heavy use. A great centuries-old example.Â
Tall tumblers, such as this, were used in the 18th century to mix “flip.” Flip consisted of liquor, spirits and sugar – heated by a toddy iron. Â A popular winter drink.Â
Date: Second half of the 18th century.
Size: 6 5/8″ tall. Â 5 3/4″ rim diameter.
Condition: Overall excellent.
Price: $161
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Categories: 18th Century, Country, Glass, Liquor
