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Gazing Ball
Glassware
Mercury glass gazing ball atop a candlestick-like base. Base is decorated with etched flowers. Pontil mark is open to show hollow inside. Silver luster is tarnished.
2023.28.106
Genesee Country Village and Museum
Glassware
Ornament
Blown
circa 1860 - circa 1870
9 in
4 in