19th Century Victorian Glass Decanter c.1840

19th Century antique pillar moulded bell decanter. It has an applied annulated neck ring above a pillar moulded body featuring a polished pontil. The stopper is original and is moulded to match the body. Date & Origin:- England, c1840. Period of Victoria. Historical Context:- Hand-blown around the time the Uss Monitor, the Us Navy's first ironclad warship was launched. Relevant References:- Miller’s Glass Buyers Guide – Page 77. The Decanter an Illustrated history of glass from 1650 By Andy McConnell – Page 401 Plate 561.