Flask, 1836-1840
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Artifact Overview
Glass factories in America began producing inexpensive, mold-formed flasks in the early 1800s. These figured flasks, often decorated with symbols of national pride or political or cultural affiliation, appealed to America's common man. Many flasks, like this one, contain images of an eagle -- a traditional symbol for America.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Flask (Bottle)
Date Made
1836-1840
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made for Coffin & Hay at the Hammonton Glass Works.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.12616
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Mold-blown glass
Technique
Glassblowing
Blow molding
Color
Aqua (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5.5 in
Width: 4 in
Length: 1.75 in
Weight: 5.5 oz
Inscriptions
pressed on back:
COFFIN & HAY / HAMMONTON
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