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AKA: Ostrich Egg

SUG0064b

Maker: MT. Washington Glass Company
References: Mt Washington Art Glass plus Webb Burmese by Sisk; eapgs.org
Description:

A Shaker the size of a large goose egg. This shaker has a smaller top than the regular Egg shaker.

Decoration: Various hand painted decorations
Shape: egg oval
Colors Known: Opal Glass, Unfired Burmese, Transparent Colors, rare in a glossy finish
Size: 4 1/2″ Tall or 113.5mm
Date/Era: ca.1887-1890
Submitted By: Bruce lk2020
Special Comments:

The majority of these Egg shakers are found in sanitized Opal glass with a hand painted decoration. Some may be found with enameling. Transparent colors are known. The specialized prong top is specifically made for this shaker. Smaller Ostrich Egg shakers were made for salt and pepper.

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