Glass decanter...

Discussion in 'Pottery, Glass, and Porcelain' started by the blacksmith, Jun 23, 2026 at 3:42 PM.

  1. the blacksmith

    the blacksmith Well-Known Member

    Hello folks,

    A question if I may......

    I have a cut glass sherry decanter that I inherited from my mother. I have had it many years, but never used it, but would now like to. However, after years of being packed away, and with the stopper in, it is looking rather filthy inside, so I would like to clean and use it. So what would be the best way to get it really clean inside please?
    The neck of the decanter is silver, though I will have to have a look and see if it is hall marked.
    Thank you in advance for all, and any tips.
     
    the blacksmith, Jun 23, 2026 at 3:42 PM
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  2. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    White vinegar with salt is what I used on my 15 decanters, followed by a couple of denture tabs and leave to soak overnight.
    Rinse out with lukewarm water and stand to dry with the stopper out
     
    daveydempsey, Jun 23, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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  3. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    All mine are from clearances, a few were still boxed, probably retirement or anniversary gifts.

    I have a Sterling label or ticket on each one, 4 of them are from Concord.

    I filled each one with the name on the tag.

    Whisky x5, Rum, Port x2, Sherry, Vodka, Brandy x2, Vermouth, Gin & Maderia

    They are all empty now pending my house move.:wacky:

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    daveydempsey, Jun 23, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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  4. the blacksmith

    the blacksmith Well-Known Member

    Thank you Davey, I will try that! The silver top is marked M.SK. 830S.

    My apologies for the very poor snap shot, it was taken very quickly. The angle makes it seem out of proportion, but it is actually very tall and rather elegant.

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    Possibly, this may have come from my grandmother, so possibly it is Danish??
     
    the blacksmith, Jun 23, 2026 at 5:08 PM
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  5. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    Could be

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    daveydempsey, Jun 23, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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  6. ola402

    ola402 Well-Known Member

    Your decanter is stunning! Looks like the top is silver so you should polish it too.

    @daveydempsey Do you know if the vinegar would damage the silver? My gut feeling is that it wouldn't but .....

    And love your decanter collection. You picked some good ones.
     
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  7. daveydempsey

    daveydempsey Moderator Moderator

    It may do but the silver neck might be over the glass, otherwise alcohol may react with the silver.
    If it is silver with no glass then I suggest only fill it upto the line.
     
    daveydempsey, Jun 23, 2026 at 5:34 PM
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