Blenko surf green hand-blown glass basket

Hard to find surf green color made in 1970.

Remains of label still attached.

Beautiful basket by Blenko Art Glass.  Many uses.  Great as a gift filled with flowers, candy or something really special to your loved one or party hostess.

Hand-blown from panel optic mold.  Rim is heat finished and handle is applied.  Soft pontil mark.

The color was made for only 1 year, 1970.

In good condition with a few "bumps" on the back side.  The bumps are light, shallow scratches caused by bumping against objects.  No cracks, no chips.  Very hard to see.  Medium band of bottom-wear (shelf wear on base) expected.

Measures 7.5" tall, 6.5" at widest with a girth of  19".  Weighs 2 lbs.