Pressed Glass Water Goblet - Adeline Pattern

This is a clear pressed glass water goblet featuring a dense, ornate decorative pattern known as the 'Adeline' style. The goblet is constructed from thick-walled glass with a slightly grayish or 'cool' tint characteristic of soda-lime glass rather than lead crystal. The bowl is decorated with a complex motif of interlocking beaded garlands, oval medallions (vesicas), and diamond-point textures. A triple row of bead-work runs horizontally just below the rim, while the main body features vertical oval frames accented by teardrop-shaped cuts. The stem is short and hexagonal with a bulbous faceted knop, leading down to a plain, slightly domed circular foot. The craftsmanship suggests high-volume commercial production where the pattern is molded rather than hand-cut, evidenced by the uniform repetition and softened edges of the texture. While no specific maker's mark is visible in the image, this style is synonymous with contemporary 'shabby chic' or farmhouse table settings produced in the late 20th to early 21st century. The condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or clouding from hard water, though a retail adhesive label remains on the underside of the base, suggesting it is a modern resale item.

I have completed a visual examination of the 'Adeline' pattern water goblet. My assessment confirms this is a modern piece of pressed soda-lime glass, despite the owner's description as 'crystal.' The cool, greyish tint and the presence of softened mold lines indicate a mass-production process consistent with contemporary retail brands like Anthropologie or similar 'farmhouse' style distributors from the last twenty years. The condition appears to be excellent (Near Mint), with no visible 'sick glass' clouding or chipping, and the presence of a retail label on the foot reinforces its status as a contemporary resale item rather than an antique. In the current secondary market, specifically on platforms like eBay or Etsy, these goblets are frequently sold as 'open stock' replacements. They are valued for their durability and aesthetic appeal in casual dining rather than as investment-grade glassware. The demand is stable but strictly limited by the high volume of production. This item lacks the resonance, clarity, and weight of genuine lead crystal, which significantly caps its market value. Note that this appraisal is based solely on digital images. A physical inspection would be required to verify the absence of microscopic surface scratches or 'flea bites' that often occur during storage. To definitively rule out antique status, one would check for the presence of 'pontil scars' (not found on molded glass) or use a UV light test to check for manganese vs. lead fluorescence. However, based on the design characteristics and the visible retail sticker, I am confident in its classification as a modern decorative piece.