New photography by Shannon Ruff captured with a digital camera-2006.

Shot Glass

ManufacturerAttributed to Boston & Sandwich Glass Co. (American, 1826-1888)

CultureAmerican

Dateca. 1840

MediumGlass

DimensionsOverall: 1 3/4 x 1 1/2 in. (4.4 x 3.8 cm)

Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.

Object number71.4083

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DescriptionShot glass (whiskey taster or toy tumbler); teal or peacock green; slightly lacy around pattern of geometric ovals. Rim plain. Scalloped base with 10 flutes on bottom and ribbed bottom. Rough pontil. Part of a set.

Published ReferencesLee, _Sandwich Glass_, pl. 150 (pattern same; bottom different).