AI Overview
The item shown is a Uranium
jadeite green hobnail glass salt cellar
(also known as an open salt dip).
Details
Material:
It is made of jadeite green milk glass. The glass may also be a type of uranium glass, which causes it to glow under UV light.
Pattern:
The pattern is a "hobnail" or "diamond points" design, characterized by raised, rounded bumps on the exterior surface.
Maker:
Similar pieces with this "Gigi" hobnail pattern are produced by
Mosser Glass
and are inspired by older Fenton Art Glass designs.
Function:
This item is typically used as a small dish to hold salt or, in modern use, as a votive candle holder.