Old Small Ball Shaped Hand Blown Clear Green Glass Fishing Float w/ Large Pontil

Description

Vintage Green Hand Blown Glass
~2 1/2" Ball Shaped Fishing Float
Large Pontil
For Your Vintage Blown Glass Floats or Balls Collection-FloatSmall9
Details
Description:
A vintage light green colored clear glass fishing float. This is a rather small float shaped like a ball and has a large pontil as well as many air bubbles trapped in the glass walls indicative of the fact that it is hand blown glass. It is our understanding that these floats are usually from Japan but we are unable to ascertain the origin of this float. It was purchased at an estate sale in southeastern Pennsylvania. It is in excellent condition and would make a great addition to your collection. Please carefully review the photos presented as they are part and parcel of our description.
Date:
Unknown.
Origin:
Purchased at an estate sale in Southeastern Pennsylvania. It is our understanding that these floats are usually from Japan but we are unable to ascertain the origin of this float.
Size:
Measures ~2 1/2" in diameter and weighs about 2 1/2 ounces.
Maker:
Unknown.
Marks:
Unmarked.
Distinguishing Characteristics - Most Interesting About The Piece:
A nice vintage blown glass fishing float with a beautiful color, which would make a great addition to your collection.
Condition:
The float is in good condition with no breaks, cracks or losses. It does have a large pontil on one end. It also has many trapped air bubbles within the glass of the walls. It is clear and has a nice light green coloring. Please view photos for additional condition information.
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