Westmoreland Milk Glass Vessel Bottom with Logo

This image displays a close-up view of the underside or base of a vintage milk glass item, characterized by its opaque, creamy white color and smooth, porcelain-like finish. The material is a dense, high-quality pressed glass often associated with early to mid-20th-century American glassware. A primary distinguishing feature is the embossed Westmoreland Glass Company 'WG' logo located within the central oval recessed area of the base. This hallmark consists of a stacked 'W' and 'G', which identifies it as a product of the Westmoreland specialty glass factory in Grapeville, Pennsylvania, likely dating between the 1940s and the 1980s. The construction shows a clean mold press with a soft, satin-like luster indicative of the heat-finishing process. There are no visible chips or cracks in this particular view, though some minor surface shelf wear or 'pot marks' typical of hand-poured glass production can be observed. The craftsmanship is consistent with the heritage of Westmoreland, known for their durable and aesthetically pleasing decorative household wares. The oval shape suggests this may be the base of a candy dish, a small platter, or a decorative bowl.