Vintage 1890 Amber Glass Snuff Bottle

Snuff bottles have fascinated Western and Asian collectors since they were first produced in China in the early part of the 18th century. Conceived as precious containers for ground tobacco imported into China, snuff bottles were initially made for the emperor and the court, and eventually produced in much greater quantities for a public who enjoyed their functionality as well as their display as symbols of status. This red amber colored glass snuff bottle is from the very late 1890's. The mold seam comes all the way up through the lip. This measures approx 4” tall and 2 3/8” wide. This is in very good condition with normal signs of use but no damages, no chips or cracks!