I would not advise anyone to collect depression glass with the goal to strike it rich! I bought and sold depression glass for 20 years, and although I made a profit every year, I also lost money on … [Read more...]
Miss America Depression Glass – Reproductions
First let me be clear: I have never seen reproduction Miss America glass. I'm repeating what I read in my trusty Gene Florence Collectors' Encyclopedia of Depression Glass and I have no first hand … [Read more...]
Miss America Depression Glass – Check for Damage
Miss America is quite sturdy, thicker glass than some. The obvious spots to chip are the little diamond points on the rims which stick out, but in fact I've seen only a few pieces with rim chips. I … [Read more...]
Miss America Depression Glass Tumblers and Goblets
Hocking made stemmed goblets and flat tumblers in their popular Miss America pattern in both pink and crystal. I didn't find any references to footed tumblers. Per my Gene Florence reference book, … [Read more...]
Miss America Depression Glass from Hocking
Introduction and Colors Miss America depression glass is sparkling and has an elegant look, making me think many families who owned it during the depression and war years used it for their good … [Read more...]
Cherry Blossom Depression Glass – Popular Pattern from Jeannette
Jeannette Glass produced their beautiful and popular Cherry Blossom pattern for a long time, from 1930 to 1939, far longer than most depression ware. The pattern is lovely with sprays of cherry … [Read more...]
I’m Going to Miss Antiquing! National Depression Glass Show in 2019 Photos
We recently moved from Michigan to the sunny Caribbean and one thing I've found already is... Ta Da! There is a dearth of glass shows, antique malls, used junk stores, estate sales, meaning, no glass … [Read more...]
Cameo Green Depression Glass – Photos from a Happy Collector
James H sent me photos of his amazing collection of Cameo green depression glass. He started collecting in 1988 and selected Cameo because he loved the pattern, as he said "the ballerina / … [Read more...]
Cameo Depression Glass from Hocking – Excellent to Collect and Enjoy!
We're starting a new series looking at Cameo depression glass from Hocking and how you might enjoy collecting it. Everyone has their favorites - and I must admit Cameo is one of mine - so let's … [Read more...]
What Depression Glass Pattern Should I Collect?
Dave and I have a nice set of Cambridge Rose Point crystal that we enjoy using, with goblets, iced teas, pitcher, bowls, relish dishes, candle holders, serving plates. Rose Point is a gorgeous … [Read more...]