Cone Ink Bottle – Vibrant Blue Color

Description

• Form: The bottle features a distinct conical shape with a wide, stable base that tapers up to a cylindrical neck.
• Color: The glass is a vibrant teal or peacock blue. In the bottle collecting community, this specific shade is sometimes referred to as aquamarine or “deep aqua,” though its richness leans toward a medium sapphire.
• Texture: The glass is filled with “seed bubbles” and small inclusions, which are characteristic of early glass-making processes.

Origin and Manufacturing

• Era: This bottle likely dates from the mid-to-late 19th century (c. 1860–1890).
• Production Method: It was blown into a mold, evidenced by the slight “orange peel” texture on the surface and the visible pontil mark on the base—a rough scar left when the bottle was snapped off the glassblower’s rod.
• The Finish: The lip is a “sheared” or “ground” top, meaning the neck was cut while the glass was hot and then finished by hand, often resulting in an uneven or slightly thickened rim.
• Region: While these were produced globally, this specific style and vibrant blue color were very common among American glassworks in the Northeast (such as those in New Jersey or New England).

Historical Use

These bottles were mass-produced as “refill” containers. They were sold pre-filled with ink and intended to be used directly on a desk.