Description: Featured here is a great old vintage glass slipper pressed on the inside “Gillinder & Sons Centennial Exhibition”. From the Henryford.org website, they state "Glassmakers from around the world mounted exhibitions at the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia--including forty-seven American firms. Gillinder and Sons of Philadelphia constructed an entire working factory at the fair. Visitors could watch Gillinder craftsmen blow, press, engrave, and cut glass commemoratives like this novelty colonial shoe slipper. Identical pieces were also available for purchase as souvenirs."There are a few small chips on the toe of the shoe, some roughness on back of heel. See pictures for closer detail. Measures about 5.25” long, 2.5” tall. Please message us with any questions! We love to hear from you and typically answer within minutes from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET. We have other great vintage finds available and happily combine shipping for discounts! Just click the link to our store to view our items. New items added daily. Thanks for stopping, and enjoy shopping!
Price: 16.99 USD
Location: Indian Trail, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-09-18T17:39:59.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
World Fair: 1876 Philadelphia
Year: 1876
Signed: Yes
Theme: World’s Fairs
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
