Loetz Rubin Papillon vase, PN I-7580/8", ca. 1898

Rubin is one of the less common varieties of Loetz Papillon. It often flies under the radar because at a glance, it looks very much the same as cobalt papillon, certainly from the outside. A look at the interior will always tell the story. Although both are beautiful, I love the richness of the ruby red glass against the silver/blue iridescent oil spot decoration better. This shape came in several sizes - this one is 8" tall.