Sowerby Purple Malachite Slag Glass Buckled Shoe c1887

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This lovely purple slag glass shoe was registered in November 1887, and was probably intended as a posy or matchstick holder. Fine marbling and colours. In excellent condition. A rare item to find, especially in such good order. Faint Sowerby peacock trademark and Registration Number 87058 on the interior base. Length 13cm (5.1in) 

A pair in flint glass can be seen here in the Victoria & Albert Museum collection.

Specifications
  • Condition:
    New
  • Weight:
    0.6kg