Ladies Pressed Glass and Sterling Flask

About the Item

Ladies pressed glass flask with sterling silver cap. Flask itself is made fully of glass with flat bottom. An elegant swirling design is shaped into the glass using a manual pressing method to eliminate any seams. The design wraps completely around the body of the piece, creating a criss-crossed appearance when looking at the piece straight on. This same swirling pattern is mirrored in the sterling silver lid of the flask. Refined and elegant piece that would be suitable for continued use or would make an excellent addition to an antique bar or barware collection. Size: 5" x 3 1/2" Flasks were first used after the invention of both hard liquor and the pocket in the 17th century. They were commonly used in American during the settlement of the west in the 1800’s when it was impractical to carry large containers of alcohol on long and dangerous journeys. Soldiers were another large clientele of the flask during this time, as alcohol provided both moral and physical aid on the battlefield. Their peak use was seen during Prohibition when the selling of alcohol was illegal in the United States. The flask enabled the discreet carrying and sharing of alcohol that was difficult to accomplish at this time. The common use of the flask began to die out after the end of Prohibition in 1933. Today, they are used as novelty items frequently given as gifts. Their rich history and decorative designs make them an item desired by many collectors today. Inventory: AH0582 Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare, exceptional, and one-of-a-kind pieces that define the history of America and the Old West. Our pieces range from American Indian to Cowboy Western and include original items of everyday life, commerce, art, and warfare that tamed America’s frontier. Our 14,000 square foot gallery opened in 1996 in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Personal Service Cisco’s operates on old fashioned values – honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Whether you desire assistance with a jewelry purchase, choosing a gift, identification, or even selling – we hope to be your trusted source.

Metal:

Sterling Silver

Dimensions:

Width: 3.5 in (88.9 mm)Length: 5 in (127 mm)

Style:

Art Nouveau

Place of Origin:

United States

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1800-1899