This exquisite American Brilliant Period (ABP) cut glass handled nappy (bon-bon or relish dish) dates from the height of the Victorian and Edwardian cut glass era (circa 1890–1910). The dish features an applied clear loop handle, a deeply cut sawtooth edge, and an intricate, highly complex geometric cutting.

The motif incorporates large hobstar medallions framed within sweeping, multi-pointed major stars, set against field panels filled with micro-cut fine diamond (strawberry diamond) and cross-hatching. The geometric precision and deep brilliant refractivity produce exceptional prismatic sparkle under light.

• Origin: United States

• Age: Circa 1890–1910 (American Brilliant Period)

• Material: Lead Crystal Cut Glass

• Dimensions: Approximately 7" long (including handle); weight is 1 lb 4 oz.

Condition Report

• Excellent antique condition overall.

• Hand-cut lead crystal body shows clear brilliance and deep refraction.

• Typical minor micro-flea bites/roughness consistent with age along the sharp points of the sawtooth rim and high relief cut ridges.

• No major cracks, large structural chips, or repairs. Handle attachment remains solid and sound.

Authenticity Assessment

This piece possesses all fundamental, widely accepted markers of authentic American Brilliant Period (1876–1916) lead crystal:

1. High Lead Content & Weight: Weighing 1 lb 4 oz for a modest 7-inch dish, its heavy heft indicates a high lead oxide percentage typical of turn-of-the-century blank production.

2. Sharp, Hand-Cut Edge Quality: Sharp cut miter lines and deep miter cuts show authentic wheel-engraved execution rather than fire-polished or molded glass edges found in later pressed imitation glass (EAPG or Imperial Nucut).

3. Prismatic Refraction: Superior glass clarity displaying strong prismatic color dispersion under direct lighting.

4. Applied Loop Handle: The solid round loop handle was individually applied and finished with a hot-worked joint before hand-cutting the bowl body.

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