Vintage blue pressed glass candy dish with scalloped rim and handles. 5” Diameter from handle to handle it 7 inches.

Pressed glass, also known as slumped glass, is a type of decorative glassware made by pressing molten glass into a mold. This technique became popular in the mid-19th century, allowing for intricate patterns and designs to be mass-produced at a lower cost than hand-blown or cut glass. American companies like Fenton, Duncan & Miller, and L.E. Smith were renowned for their pressed glass, often produced in vibrant colors like cobalt blue, amethyst, and carnival glass.

This particular style of bowl, often referred to as a "candy dish" or "sweetmeat dish," was a common household item during the early to mid-20th century. The scalloped rim and applied handles are characteristic features of many pressed glass patterns from this era. Such pieces were used for serving candies, nuts, or as decorative accents on tables and mantels.