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Are cordial glasses the same as shot glasses?

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Are cordial glasses the same as shot glasses?
No, cordial glasses are not the same as shot glasses. Typically, cordial glasses feature stems, while shot glasses do not. Normally, people use cordial glasses for serving liqueurs and dessert wines. Shot glasses are generally meant for hard spirits. Shop a range of antique and vintage glasses on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Opaque Twist Cordial Glass
Located in Steyning, West sussex
An opaque twist cordial glass. England, circa 1760. Measures: Height: 16 cm (6 1/4").
Category

Antique 1760s Barware

Materials

Glass

Crystal Aperitif Cordial Glasses
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set of four (4) colorful crystal aperitif or cordial glasses with teardrop cut design, circa mid-20th century.
Category

Mid-20th Century Barware

Materials

Crystal

Double Series Air Twist Cordial Glass
Located in Steyning, West sussex
A double series air twist cordial glass. England, circa 1750. Measures: height: 16.5 cm (6 1/2").
Category

Antique 18th Century Barware

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Glass

Platinum Rimmed Cordial Glasses- Set of 8
Located in Denton, TX
Platinum Rimmed Cordial Glasses- Set of 8
Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Barware

Materials

Platinum

A Georgian Pedestal Stem Cordial Glass, c1760
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
A Georgian Pedestal Stem Cordial Glass, c1760 Additional information: Period : George II- George III Origin : England Colour : Clear Bowl : Rib moulded round funnel.
Category

Antique 18th Century English George II Glass

Materials

Glass

Georgian Cordial glass with Opaque Twist Stem c1760
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Heading : Georgian cordial glass with opaque twist stem c1760 Period : George II / George III Origin : England Colour : Clear Bowl : Thickened round funnel Stem : Multi spiral opaque...
Category

Antique 1760s British Georgian Glass

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Glass

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