Glass Stems

Post-medieval

English Heritage
United Kingdom

The stem of a wine glass. It probably dates to 1794-1810 and was probably used by members of the garrison. Wine glasses were expensive until the abolition of glass tax in 1845.

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Title: Glass Stems
Date Created: Post-medieval
Location: Portchester Castle
Type: Drinking vessel
Original Source: PORTCHESTER CASTLE
Rights: English Heritage
Medium: Glass

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