Vintage Baltimore Colts Smoked Glass Roly Poly Tumblers, c.1970s

Story

In 1984, the Colts famously packed up their gear in Mayflower moving vans in the dead of night, leaving Baltimore heartbroken. These glasses date to the decades before that split, when Johnny Unitas ruled the field. They are tangible relics of a lost era of Maryland sports history.

Maker / Origin

While unsigned, these tumblers are highly characteristic of the Libbey Glass Company of Toledo, Ohio. Libbey was the premier manufacturer of mid-century promotional glassware, famous for their durable, stylish 'roly poly' silhouette which became a staple of American home bars in the 1960s and 70s.

Condition & Value

The glasses appear to be in excellent vintage condition with no visible chips or cracks. The white enamel graphics are crisp and show minimal fading or wear from washing. Preserving the graphics requires hand-washing, as modern dishwashers will dull the enamel and reduce the value by 50%.