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Black Glass Paneled Ink Bottle
| Categories | Ink Bottle |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | circa 1840 |
| Measuring | 2 ⅜” across; 1 ⅞” high |
This is a hand-blown, solid black glass (nontransparent), 8-sided paneled ink bottle with a solid rod pontil scar on the bottom. It has a smooth lip and a small ring around its neck. It dates to the 1840’s era. Maker unknown – possibly French.
Sold for $250 in October 2025
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