Uranium Glass Tumbler with 22K Gold - Lotus Quality 1950s

This piece represents the excellence of mid-century American manufacturing, combining the chemistry of uranium glass with the opulence of 22-karat gold. Produced by The Lotus Glass Company, this tumbler retains its original "Lotus Quality" label, significantly increasing its value for collectors.

History of the object: The Lotus Glass Company, founded in 1912 in Barnesville, Ohio, specialized in high-end decoration, particularly the technique of gold encrusting. During the 1950s, their pieces were synonymous with luxury on the American table. This specific model uses uranium-doped glass, a technique that gives the material an intense green fluorescence under ultraviolet light (vaseline glass).

Features and details:
- Period: 1950s
- Technique: Blown glass with acid-etched 22K gold rim
- Approximate dimensions: Height 13 cm (5.1 inches), Diameter 8 cm (3.1 inches)
- Material: Uranium glass, 22K Gold
- Condition: Exceptional conservation. The gold plating maintains its ornamental integrity and original brilliance. Positive fluorescence confirmed under UV light.

Value and use: High relevance piece for collectors of Mid-Century glassware and uranium glass. Due to age and precious materials, dishwasher or microwave use is not recommended.