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Why is Bristol glass blue?
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Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.
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Sheffield Silver Plate Wire and Bristol Glass Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Long Island City, NY
. Each of the baskets is shaped to hold a boat-shaped blue Bristol glass bowl.
Category
Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Centerpieces
Materials
Sheffield Plate
A Bristol Blue Glass Water Jug
Located in London, GB
England, circa 1910
A striking early twentieth century Bristol Blue glass water jug, with loop
Category
Early 20th Century English Pitchers
Materials
Glass
Vintage Bristol Blue Glass Ice Bucket c.1930
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome vintage ice bucket made from hand-blown Bristol blue glass with a polished pontil mark
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Barware
Materials
Silver Plate
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Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Bristol Glass Forget Me Not Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
circular body is set with a rich Royal Cobalt Blue Bristol glass, encircled in gold within a border of rose
Category
Antique 1790s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Pair of Regency Bristol Blue Wine Rinsers
Located in Richmond, London
A decorative pair of late Georgian hand-blown Bristol blue glass rinsers.
England, circa 1820
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
Set of Eight George III Bristol Blue Wine-Rinsers
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand blown and double-lipped, this set is also cut with vertical blazes for added elegance. The deep cobalt is most desirable and contributes a dash of color and sophisticated style ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Barware
Materials
Blown Glass
