Inkipedia
Octagonal Red Glass Inkwell
| Categories | Glass - Non-figural |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 2 ¼” high |
The main body of the inkwell is octagonal (eight-sided) with a matching faceted lid. It is fitted with a brass hinge. The red glass has a deep shade of red, best described as ruby red.
Sold for $144 in September 2025
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