This striking cobalt blue glass flask is a high-quality reproduction of a classic 19th-century American historical flask. One side features an embossed bust of George Washington surrounded by the arched inscription "THE FATHER OF HIS COUNTRY," with "WASHINGTON" below the portrait. The flask has a flask-shaped body with smooth shoulders, a short neck, and a tooled lip. The base shows a simulated pontil mark (a round, depressed scar designed to mimic antique manufacturing), which, along with the vibrant cobalt blue color, indicates this is a 20th-century reproduction rather than an original 1840s-1860s piece. The glass has a glossy finish with minor surface scratches from age and handling, but no major imperfections. At 8 inches tall, 5.5 inches at the widest point, and 3 inches wide at the base, it's a nice-sized decorative item ideal for display in Americana collections, historical reenactments, or as a patriotic accent piece. 

Origin: Likely produced by Wheaton Glass Company in Millville, New Jersey, USA, or similar mid-20th-century glassmakers like Clevenger Brothers, known for creating faithful reproductions of antique American bottles and flasks.

Age: Circa 1960s-1970s, based on the style of reproduction, color, and manufacturing techniques. Not an original 19th-century artifact.

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with age and display use. The glass is clean, with strong embossing and vibrant color throughout. The simulated pontil mark on the base is intact but shows signs of modern application (e.g., precise round concave recess rather than an irregular original scar).

Material: Cobalt blue molded glass, with embossed designs created during the blowing process.

Item dimensions: 8" tall × 5.5" wide × 3" deep  

Weight of item: 1 lb 1 oz