The real deal?

[saratogadriver]

Probably the best evidence you'll get of what it is...

Jim G

ORIGINAL: jays emporium

I commonly see that kind of glass in a variety of colors in the antique malls here in south Texas, usually priced under $10.

 

[GuntherHess]

this is an early free-blown bottle,

"early" is a relative term. I'm assuming you mean "early" as in early 19th century/late 18th century?
I am certainly not an expert on early glass. I'll just give you some things to think about.
I would recommend rather than looking at things like base wear or how crude the glass is first concentrate on the form and utility of the piece.
Is the form comparable to other items of the suspected period? What would the item be used for? Does it have good utility for its intended purpose (ie .. can it be properly sealed, is the handle strong enough, is it balanced standing up, ..etc)? Is it an item people of that time would have used? Does it show skill and craftmanship typical of the period?

 

[Blackglass]

Thank you all for your responses! It aparently is not as old as I suspected. Oh well, at least I didn't get burned, $1 is not a lot of money[8|].....
Michael