Mam Seaglass Pendant

Historical Information

Type: Embossed Clear Glass

Fabric: Sea Glass

Date: Late Victorian Era

Find Location: The Thames Estuary, Essex

Additional Details:

This fragment of embossed glass appears to bear the logo 'MAM; however, the incomplete nature of the logo prevents me from identifying the original contents of the glass.

Embossing involves creating a raised impression on a material's surface, with glass, metal, fabric, paper. and plastic being the most commonly used materials.

This technique adds a new dimension to the product.

Glass etching, often referred to as "French embossing," is a method that emerged in the mid-1800s. It creates Intricate designs on glass surfaces using acidic, caustic, or abrasive materials. Antique glass bottles typically display a maker's mark, which can be traced back to specific glassworks or production dates, offering valuable historical context for the glass' origin.

All jewellery findings and chains are made with Stainless Steel (the most recyclable material available) unless otherwise stated.