Vintage Pressed Glass Square Whiskey Decanter
Collectible Glassware / Barware

Vintage Pressed Glass Square Whiskey Decanter

This is a vintage square-bodied whiskey or liquor decanter, part of a set of three as indicated by the user. The piece is crafted from clear pressed glass, featuring a classic geometric pattern known as the 'stars and bars' or 'sunburst' design. Specifically, the four main panels of the square base are adorned with vertically stacked starburst motifs separated by horizontal cross-hatching, while the corners are finished with deep vertical ribbing. The matching large, square-topped stopper also features a centralized starburst pattern within a beveled frame. The construction utilizes a cork-lined neck to ensure a tight seal, which is typical of mid-20th-century mass-manufactured glassware, likely dating from the 1960s to 1980s. Physically, the decanter stands approximately 10 to 12 inches tall including the stopper. Its condition shows signs of use including light clouding of the glass (indicating possible mineral deposits or 'glass sickness'), and a yellowish tint typical of older soda-lime glass aging. The cork appears slightly worn but intact. There are no immediate signs of large chips or cracks, though the sharp edges of the pressed pattern are susceptible to flea bites. This style is often associated with manufacturers like Tiara or Indiana Glass, though no specific maker's marks are visible on the exterior.

Estimated Value

$60-90

Basic Information

Category

Collectible Glassware / Barware

Appraised On

April 18, 2026

Estimated Value

$60-90

Additional Details Provided By Owner

User Provided Information

Set of 3 decanter

Item Description

This is a vintage square-bodied whiskey or liquor decanter, part of a set of three as indicated by the user. The piece is crafted from clear pressed glass, featuring a classic geometric pattern known as the 'stars and bars' or 'sunburst' design. Specifically, the four main panels of the square base are adorned with vertically stacked starburst motifs separated by horizontal cross-hatching, while the corners are finished with deep vertical ribbing. The matching large, square-topped stopper also features a centralized starburst pattern within a beveled frame. The construction utilizes a cork-lined neck to ensure a tight seal, which is typical of mid-20th-century mass-manufactured glassware, likely dating from the 1960s to 1980s. Physically, the decanter stands approximately 10 to 12 inches tall including the stopper. Its condition shows signs of use including light clouding of the glass (indicating possible mineral deposits or 'glass sickness'), and a yellowish tint typical of older soda-lime glass aging. The cork appears slightly worn but intact. There are no immediate signs of large chips or cracks, though the sharp edges of the pressed pattern are susceptible to flea bites. This style is often associated with manufacturers like Tiara or Indiana Glass, though no specific maker's marks are visible on the exterior.

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