Antique Apothecary Glass Cup (60mm) / Early European Dispensing Flare Cup

A small pharmacy cup imbued with the artisan's touch
A piece that captures the essence of compounding at the time

Product Description:
This is a flared glass cup believed to have been used in old European pharmacies. Its distinctive shape, with a wide rim and a tapered base, was practical for dividing medicines or as a dropper cup. While functional, it also possesses a beautiful appearance. The undulations and tiny bubbles characteristic of hand-blown glass, along with the grinding marks on the bottom, give it an authentic, aged charm. Simply placing it on a shelf creates a small museum-like atmosphere. It is a versatile antique that can be used as a decoration, an accessory holder, a display cup, or more, blending naturally into modern life. (R070133)

Specifications:
・Material: Glass (features characteristic of handmade molding)
・Height: Approximately 60mm
・Mouth Diameter: Flared shape (outer diameter approx. ... *can be measured)
・Base Diameter: Narrow tapered shape
・Country of Manufacture: Estimated Europe
・Era: Estimated early 20th century
・Condition: Antique-appropriate cloudiness, scratches, small bubbles (please enjoy as character)

Recommended Uses:
Ideal for display or practical use in cafes, bars, restaurants, pharmacies, beauty salons, general stores, hotel lobbies, spas, galleries, etc. Can be used as a小物入れ (trinket box), candle holder, single-flower vase, or dessert cup, adding a vintage atmosphere and the historical charm of pharmacy culture to any space.

Highlights:
・The rational design unique to compounding tools is appealing: The flared shape combines ease of liquid handling and stackability, a practical design specific to pharmacies.
・The "undulations" of hand-blown glass offer excellent interior design potential: Enjoy the warmth of old European glass, where no two pieces are exactly alike.
・Versatile, from trinket holders to plant propagation: A highly functional piece that easily fits into modern lifestyles.
・A small antique for display: The 60mm size is perfect for collecting, and multiple pieces can be arranged without feeling overwhelming.

Special Notes:
Hand-blown glass (which tends to have many bubbles) is formed by artisans blowing air through a pipe. It is common for raw glass materials to mix unevenly, and for air not to escape completely, leaving small bubbles. This is particularly characteristic of old glass from around the 1800s to 1950s. Old glass had lower refining technology for its raw materials (silica sand, soda ash, lime), and small lime particles, wood ash, and impurities were often mixed in and melted together. When these melted, gas was released and could become trapped as bubbles inside the glass. If the glass was not melted at a sufficiently high temperature or for a long enough time, bubbles would remain. Since temperature control was not as precise in old facilities as it is today, handmade glass was more prone to containing bubbles. Hand-blown, old furnaces, low purity of raw materials (~1950s) – these factors explain why antique glass often has many bubbles.

*Based on research by AI.