Antique Handblown Glass Hip Flask with Leather Cover made in China as surely one never has

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Antique Handblown Glass Hip Flask with Leather Cover made in China as surely one never hasThis hip flask is very old, possibly dating from as early as the late 18th century. Made of very thick handblown glass, it is protected by a wonderfully worn leather cover, stitched together at the sides. It is truly a beautiful object and what a wonderful thing to fill with a good whiskey and slip into your pocket as you head off on an adventure! The flask measures 5 3 4" tall x 3" wide by 1 1 2" deep. The leather top has lost some of its stitching,