Victorian Mint/Aqua Opalescent Reverse Swirl Satin Glass Pickle Caster

This exquisite little Victorian pickle castor is in near mint condition, as well as being mint or aqua in color! The insert is a lovely mint green/aqua opalescent reverse swirl pattern. The insert is a "peanut" shape. There are no chips, cracks or imperfections in the glass. There is a pontil on the base. The glass insert is 2 3/8 ' in diameter at the top, 3 3/8" in diameter at the widest part of the base, and 4" tall. The silver plate frame, lid, and tongs are in excellent condition. They have not been re-silvered. The frame is numbered "630" on the base. This is a Wilcox frame & lid, with a pheasant and dog hunting scene. The tongs have bird claw grippers. The tong hanger is a pheasant head. The frame is 5 1/4" wide and 10" tall. The insert fits snugly into the frame and the lid fits perfectly. A fine addition to add to your pickle castor collection.

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