{"product_id":"antique-victorian-glass-swagger-stick-walking-cane-barley-twist-handmade-uk","title":"Antique Victorian Glass Swagger Stick Walking Cane Barley Twist Handmade Uk","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThanks for looking\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eIf you're reading this then you'll already know exactly what you're looking at \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eExceptionally rare opportunity to own a genuine piece of history! The cane\/walking\/swagger stick in the photos is the one that you'll recieve - a stunning piece which looks amazing as the light refracts through it creating a unique patterned glow around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eIt was made in the mid-late Victorian era and from my research these were handmade in England. Designed specifically for the nobility they were only ever used on special occasions. The cane is made from a single piece of glass which has been hand twisted in the Barley design. Actually a very difficult thing to make as the twist is absolutely uniform and straight all the way to the top - only a master glassware maker would have the decades of skill and experience required to make such an intricate piece. One mistake and the whole thing would have been useless!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eAs this is such a delicate item it was designed purely to show the owners wealth and style - very few were made and, as it's made from glass, almost none survive - the vast majority have been smashed over the decades. A very flamboyant piece that would have originally been owned by someone with a big personality!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThe cane measures 32.5 inches \/ 83cm. As it's a sold piece of glass is heavier than you'd expect. Definitely a show piece - who would use a glass cane as an actual, supportive walking stick! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eProbably the most important factor to consider when buying one of these - and also what makes it such a special item. Most of these glass stick on the market have chips, cracks, bits smashed off or glued back on....this one is mint. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThere are no cracks, scuffs, marks, missing chunks, sharp edges. I suspect this was bought to be used for just one special occasion- maybe a ball or wedding, then carefully stored for decades. Even the foot - which you'd definitely expect to have some chipping - is perfect. I'd give it a 10\/10 for condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePricing\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThese are very popular in the USA at the moment and the price is high - a good one like this would generally sell for around $270. However, we're in the UK where, being honest, our economy is weaker - probably around £170 here (I suspect this will go to an American collection). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eMost dealers will not ship something this fragile. Totally understandable as couriers are very rough these days. I've found a solution...we'll use a guitar box. It's double bonded cardboard with plenty of space around the edges. Very tough - you can jump on the box, throw it, kick it and do all the other things modern couriers enjoy doing to our parcels and the cane will remain intact. Also, you'll be covered by jnsurance and ebay's money back guarantee so if there is any damage whatsoever you'll get a full and instant refund. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eWe normally post next day but for this I'll need a few days for the box to arrive (I'll order it as soon as you've completed the purchase). We'll pad the cane carefully in bubblewrap and shredded paper (best medium for something like this - don't worry, it will arrive unscathed and in one piece!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eFeel free to ask any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eInternational trade welcome through Ebay's global shipping program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eHonest and reliable seller with over fifteen years top rated experience online. Please check my feedback  - thousands of happy clients! Any problems you'll get a full refund  (as stipulated in my Ebay business seller agreement)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeace \u0026amp; Good Luck\u003c\/b\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Handmade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58295493034358,"sku":"327266752771","price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0441\/8270\/0196\/files\/57_6b20cb78-5e1c-4a3e-a41b-e1da49fc5a9d.jpg?v=1784372416","url":"https:\/\/www.savetherobot.co.uk\/products\/antique-victorian-glass-swagger-stick-walking-cane-barley-twist-handmade-uk","provider":"Save The Robot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}