Glass Stopper: EOA:2022.21.1

3D Model

Glass stopper from the wreck of the Earl Of Abergavenny.

ID: EOA:2022.21.1

Collection: Earl of Abergavenny

Classification: Trade

Measurements: Length 46mm Width 24mm

Date made: as yet unknown

Display: not on display

Manufacturer/Creator: as yet unknown

Credit: Portland Museum Trust

This small, multi faceted cut-glass stopper probably formed part of a perfume bottle. It would have been wrapped in dunnage (helping to preserve its colour) and stored in the hold.

Over 50 stoppers of varying designs have been recovered from the wreck.

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