Rich Imperial Blue glass in the classic elongated oval thumbprints and zigzag markings — the King's Crown pattern has been beloved since Adams Glass introduced it in the late 1800s as "Excelsior," and this colorway is among its most striking expressions. Please note: this set has condition issues and is priced accordingly — see Condition below for full details.
Maker: Attributed to Tiffin Glass (U.S. Glass Co.)
Pattern: King's Crown / Thumbprint, Imperial Blue
Materials: Glass
Origin: USA
Era: Vintage, 1950s–1970s
Quantity: Set of 3
Dimensions: 5⅝" tall × 3.0" diameter (opening), holds 7 oz
Condition: Average — surface scratches, cloudiness, and hard water staining present; no cracks or chips. Priced to reflect condition. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.
We believe these are Tiffin rather than Indiana Glass based on the oval (not round) thumbprints and the flared top rim — though we invite collectors to examine the photos and draw their own conclusion.
A project piece for the patient collector who knows their way around vintage glassware, priced accordingly.
King's Crown has been beloved since Adams Glass introduced it in the late 1800s under the name "Excelsior," and it went on to become one of the most reproduced and collected patterns in American pressed glass, made in numerous colorways by multiple manufacturers over the following century.
Browse our shop for more vintage King's Crown pieces and colored pressed glass to round out your collection.
