What is it?

[MichaelFla]

A few years back I bought a small collection of milk glass. Mostly covered dishes which I later discovered to be Flaccus product jars. This was in the lot, and I have never been able to identify it. Covered 'dish' in footed cup form. The head is removable. The shield on the front is smooth, as if a label would have gone there. Above the shield is a banner that says E Pluribus Unum.

It fits in with the Pro-American motif of the Spanish-American war, ca. 1898-1900ish, that was popular in a lot of the Flaccus dishes.

Anybody have any ideas?

 

[botlguy]

From what we are told in a book titled" Milk Glass" authored by Betty & Bill Newbound published / copyrighted in 1995 on page 76 he is named "Old Abe Eagle Jar". He should be 6 1/2 inches tall, and is attributed to Crystal Glass Company. It was originally a mustard jar. The book shares the story of how Old Abe got his name, I found it pretty interesting. Apparently he was an actual live animal circa Civil War era.

The book valued the piece at $100 - $125 for whatever that's worth. By the way, this book is available if anyone is interested. Buy or trade, email me privately so I may send you additional pictures upon request. jsinsley38 at yahoo dot com

 

[MichaelFla]

Thank you for the information. Interestingly enough, I was in the 101st Airborne in the Army, whose mascot was Old Abe. Still wear it on the crest to this day.

 

[botlguy]

I'm glad to pass along that information. It should add to your appreciation of that piece knowing he's Old Abe. THANK YOU for your service.

 

[frozenmonkeyface]

Too cool!!!

 

[ironmountain]

nice piece of milk glass....
nice to see some of the figures.