Victorian “Tear Catchers” Story a Myth, But the Bottles Are Highly Collectible
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JUNE 27, 2025
This vibrant turquoise blue bottle with gold paint and white enamel details sold for $300 in March 2025. When researching Victorian mourning practices, I saw a photo of beautiful little glass bottles labeled “tear catchers.” Made of ruby red cut glass, its hand-painted design features flowers, diamond shapes, and scrolls.
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