Westmoreland Purple Opalescent Argonaut Nautilus Covered Candy Dish

Founded in 1889 in Grapeville, Pennsylvania, the Westmoreland Glass Company originally focused on utilitarian glassware, manufacturing items like bottles, jars, and lamp chimneys. As the years passed, the company diversified its offerings to encompass decorative glassware, including tableware, vases, and figurines. The design of this jar, inspired by the mythological Argonaut associated with seafaring and adventure, reflects the company's evolution. This Westmoreland purple Argonaut candy dish hails from the 1960s to 1970s, showcasing a distinct era in the brand's production.

Dimensions: height 6 x diameter 6 1/2 inches

Each piece at Georgie's is a singular, one of a kind vintage or antique find, sourced with care and chosen for its quality and character. Thoughtfully researched and carrying its own story, what may appear as patina or gentle wear is consistent with age, all part of a history waiting for its next chapter.