Eggcup, 1860-1880

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Artifact Overview

People have used eggcups for centuries. This small specialized tableware held soft-boiled eggs served in the shell. Pressed glass eggcups, like this one, could be found on middle class Americans' breakfast tables throughout the 19th century.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Eggcup

Date Made

1860-1880

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

00.4.4913

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Glass (Material)
Pressed glass

Color

Colorless

Dimensions

Height: 3.375 in
Diameter: 2.5 in

Eggcup, 1860-1880