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Antique National Glass Geneva (OMN) Custard Glass Toothpick Holder Shell Scroll
📄 Description
Add a beautiful piece of antique Early American Pattern Glass to your collection with this National Glass Co. No. 12 Geneva (OMN), also known as Shell and Scroll, custard glass toothpick holder. Introduced around 1900, this elegant Victorian-era piece features richly molded shell panels, ornate scrolling decoration, a scalloped rim, and distinctive curled feet highlighted with original gold trim. The soft custard glass displays a brilliant bright green uranium glow under UV light, making it especially desirable to collectors of Vaseline and uranium glass. Compact yet highly decorative, this antique toothpick holder is equally at home in an EAPG collection, Victorian table setting, or glowing glass display.
✨ Features
Antique National Glass Co. No. 12 toothpick holder
Geneva (OMN) pattern
AKA Shell and Scroll
Introduced circa 1900
Custard uranium glass
Brilliant green UV reactive glow
Scalloped rim
Ornate shell panels and scrollwork
Gold gilt accents
Three curled feet
Excellent addition to EAPG, custard glass, and uranium glass collections
Made in USA
📏 Measurements (Approx.)
Height: 2¾ in.
Rim Diameter: 2¼ in.
🧼 Condition
Very good antique condition. No chips or cracks were observed. There is expected age-related wear to the original gold decoration and light wear consistent with careful antique use.
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💡 Collector Note
The Geneva (OMN) pattern, also known as Shell and Scroll, was produced by National Glass Co. No. 12 (McKee & Brothers Works, Jeannette, Pennsylvania) and introduced around 1900. Toothpick holders are among the most collectible forms produced in this pattern, especially examples in custard uranium glass retaining their original gilding. Their striking UV fluorescence and ornate Victorian design make them prized additions to Early American Pattern Glass, custard glass, and uranium glass collections.
📦 Shipping
Listing is for ONE (1) antique National Glass Geneva (OMN) custard glass toothpick holder. Securely packed with professional packing materials. Fast shipping with tracking. Shipped with care to help ensure safe arrival.
