Antique Glass Shakers Appraisal

Antique/Vintage Pressed Glass Salt and Pepper Shakers

This is a pair of antique or vintage salt and pepper shakers, likely made from pressed glass. Each shaker is cylindrical with a slight taper towards the base, which flares out into a wider, more stable foot. The glass itself is clear, though it exhibits a faint greyish-brown tint in the provided lighting, which could indicate age or glass composition. The bodies of the shakers are adorned with a repeating octagonal or faceted pattern that gives them a somewhat architectural or classical appearance, rather than being smooth. This faceted design would allow for light to refract, creating a sparkling effect, though without a definitive 'crystal' mark, it is best described as pressed glass. Each shaker is topped with a black, ribbed screw-on lid, which appears to be made of an early form of plastic or bakelite, consistent with pieces from the early to mid-20th century. The ribs on the lids facilitate gripping when twisting them on or off. One shaker contains dark granular contents, presumably pepper, while the other contains white granular contents, likely salt. Both shakers appear to be in good, well-preserved condition, showing no obvious chips, cracks, or significant wear to the glass. The lids also appear intact, without visible damage. The simple, robust construction suggests good craftsmanship for utilitarian kitchenware of its period. The overall style points to a manufacturing date sometime between the 1920s and 1950s.