Victorian Blown Glass Egg 2 3/4 inches Brooding Egg. Originally this was a 19th century Brooding Egg. I was told glass eggs like these weren't created for decorative purposes. They were used by farmers to stimulate birds to begin laying their own eggs. Supposedly, a bird that wasn't producing eggs sometimes needed a little push, and a glass egg would be inserted into the nest. This item was decoratively painted at one time and there is only traces of paint remaining on this egg. True to the color of white milk glass. No chips No cracks. Just as pictured. Could use as a brooding egg if needed, but could also clean off paint and use for crafting. A unique item Please ask any questions. Please search for Allie's Vintage Alley to see my online store. I offer a large variety of fantastic and many harder to find Antique and Vintage items for sale. Shipping cost is actual cost, no handling fee. This item will ship from USA, St. Albans, VT zip code 05478 in a box size 9 X 7 X 7 inches and has a total boxed weight of 10 ounces.