Vintage Sterling Marlin NASCAR Promotional Glass Tumbler

This item is a vintage soda or juice glass featuring NASCAR driver Sterling Marlin. The glass is constructed from clear, thick-walled pressed glass, common for late 20th-century promotional kitchenware. It features a tapered cylindrical body with a flared rim and a decorative fluted or 'ribbed' pattern at the base for improved grip. The central graphic is a polychrome screen-printed decal depicting a stylized portrait of Sterling Marlin, his printed facsimile signature, his car number '#4', and a small graphic of a race car. The color palette of the decal includes shades of maroon, tan, and white. Based on the car number 4 and the driver's appearance, this piece likely dates to the 1990s, specifically during his tenure with Morgan-McClure Motorsports (1994–1997). In terms of condition, there is 'cloudiness' or mineral etching visible on the glass surface, often caused by hard water or automatic dishwasher use. There is also a small vertical crack or deep scratch visible near the upper rim. No distinct manufacturer stamps are visible on the exterior, though such pieces were frequently produced by companies like Libbey or Anchor Hocking as promotional premiums for gas stations or food brands like Kodak or Maxwell House.