A frosted Libbey souvenir glass featuring Lake Tahoe’s Emerald Bay—crisp teal water, pines, and sunny yellow accents. Classic 1970s barware.
Details
- Item: Frosted souvenir tumbler / highball-style glass
- Brand: Libbey
- Era: 1970s
- Subject/Location: Lake Tahoe, California — Emerald Bay (printed script reads “Lake Tahoe / Emerald Bay”)
- Size (as provided): 6.5" tall
- Measurements (as provided): 3" round at rim, 2.5" at base
- Material: Frosted glass with multicolor screen-printed design
Design & Style notes
- Soft frosted/icy white glass
- Aqua/teal lake with dark green pine silhouettes
- Sunny yellow tree accents and shoreline highlights
- Plum/brown mountain ridge line
- Small island detail within the lake scene
- Mid-century-to-70s travel souvenir aesthetic—clean lines, bold color blocks, and that satisfying frosted feel.
How these were sold: Often sold individually or as part of mix-and-match sets featuring other California scenes/locations (ex: Redwoods, Monterey Cypress, San Francisco).
Suggested uses: Highball cocktails, iced tea, summer lemonade, bar cart display, Tahoe cabin décor, vintage travel collection
Condition Grade: Very Good — light wear; clean; minor flaws.
Positives
- Frosted finish looks even and bright
- Graphic remains vibrant (teal water + green trees + yellow accents read clearly)
- No chips or cracks visible along the rim in the provided angles
- Great display piece—stands tall and looks sharp on a bar cart or shelf
Issues / Wear
- Light surface wear consistent with use/handling (minor scuffs typical on frosted glass)
- Small interior/base marks visible in the top-down photo (looks like light residue/spotting from storage or past use)
Collector’s Notes
Libbey’s scenic souvenir glasses are such a satisfying slice of 1970s travel culture—easy to display, easy to use, and instantly nostalgic for road trips and lake weekends.
Perfect for a Tahoe lover (or anyone building a little “California memories” bar set)—want to give this Emerald Bay scene a spot on your shelf?
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Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
