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Why is Bristol glass blue?

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Why is Bristol glass blue?
Bristol glass gets its signature blue hue from the inclusion of cobalt oxide in the glass-making process. Bristol blue glass has been made in Bristol, England, since the 18th century and is a favorite among collectors. Find a selection of Bristol blue glass goods on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Gilt Decorated Black Bristol Glass Cordial Decanter / Glasses, Set of 7
Located in Miami, FL
Gilt decorated black bristol glass cordial decanter / glasses, set of 7 Offered for sale is a
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Early 20th Century English Glass

Materials

Glass

Sheffield Silver Plate Wire and Bristol Glass Epergne Centerpiece
Located in Long Island City, NY
. Each of the baskets is shaped to hold a boat-shaped blue Bristol glass bowl.
Category

Antique 1840s English Early Victorian Centerpieces

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique large Hand Painted Bristol Glass Vases, Ric072
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Large Hand Painted Bristol glass vases, Ric072.
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Vases

Materials

Glass

Pair of Victorian Bristol Glass Table Lustres
Located in Montreal, QC
Pair of Victorian Bristol glass table lustres cased in pink on white gilded and enameled glass
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Garniture

Materials

Crystal

Pair, Antique Pink Bristol Glass Painted Enamel Floral Hexagonal Vases
Located in Atlanta, GA
Pair, Antique Pink Bristol Glass Painted Enamel Floral Hexagonal Vases. 12.5” h x 6” w Superb
Category

20th Century British Vases

Materials

Blown Glass

Raspberry Perfume Bottle With Extravagant Spear Dropper. Bristol Glass, England
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Delicious Raspberry pink glass perfume bottle, traditionally hand crafted by Bristol Glass, England
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bottles

Materials

Art Glass

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