Antique Cranberry & Milk Glass Bristol Bell, circa mid-late 1800s. Glass is in excellent condition, no cracks or chips. Still shines bright, no cloudiness or staining. Measures 14" tall.
This is a spectacular, hard to find piece! The beauty of the old craftsmanship & fact it''s lasted for so many years intact is incredible. The compound used to attach the handle to the bell can be seen in photos. No clapper present.
Collage photo, taken under 365nm UV lighting, shows the manganese glow. Manganese was added to glass manufactured prior to the 1940''s. This is just ONE way to validate the age of glass. Not all "magic glow" is uranium ;)
All reasonable offers will be considered! Vintage/antique/depression items are preowned, so slight signs of wear/use to be expected. Any issue more than that will be described in detail, if unable to capture in photos.
This is a spectacular, hard to find piece! The beauty of the old craftsmanship & fact it''s lasted for so many years intact is incredible. The compound used to attach the handle to the bell can be seen in photos. No clapper present.
Collage photo, taken under 365nm UV lighting, shows the manganese glow. Manganese was added to glass manufactured prior to the 1940''s. This is just ONE way to validate the age of glass. Not all "magic glow" is uranium ;)
All reasonable offers will be considered! Vintage/antique/depression items are preowned, so slight signs of wear/use to be expected. Any issue more than that will be described in detail, if unable to capture in photos.
