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Barrel Ink Bottle
| Categories | Ink Bottle |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | United States |
| Measuring | 1 ¾” at the base; 2” center width; 2” high |
This barrel-shaped ink bottle has three horizontal ribs along the base and four ribs along the top. Made of clear flint glass in a two part mold, having a solid glass pontil. Its disc-type opening is similar to the Keene geometric and Coventry ink bottles of the 1830’s.
Sold for $167 in November 2023
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