Depression Glass by Duncan (Schiffer Book for Collectors) by Leslie Pina is a cross between one of those big coffee table books where you ooh and ah over the pictures and a glass guide. Duncan Miller … [Read more...]
How to Store Your Glass Plates Safely
Do you have elegant glass plates? Are they getting a little scratched up? If you use glass plates they will show some wear, but you can avoid putting extra wear on them due to stacking. Safe … [Read more...]
Fostoria American vs. Other Patterns – Glass Site of the Week
Is this real or fake? I learned a few basic tips to tell real Fostoria American from look-alikes and you can too. One place to start your education is with the Glass and Pottery Sellers Association … [Read more...]
Book Report Monday – Great American Glass of the Roaring 20s and Depression Era
Here's one of my favorite glass books. The title alone is super: Great American Glass of the Roaring 20's and Depression Era. It's pretty useful for identification, although you won't find extensive … [Read more...]
Book Report Monday – Imperial Glass by Archer
Have you ever noticed that after you get a new glass book suddenly everything you see is in that book? That happened to me with this book, Imperial Glass by Archer. I got it and suddenly several … [Read more...]
Paden City Glass Reference Book
Book Report Monday! A Good Book on Paden City Glass I use Carie Domitz' book on Paden City glass, Encyclopedia of Paden City Glass: Identification and Values as it has covered my needs very well. … [Read more...]
Tip of the Week! Display Your Glass
How many of us have our favorite glass hidden away in a cupboard? We tell ourselves it is for safe keeping, but really, do you see it there or enjoy it? Let's display the glass so you can enjoy … [Read more...]
Depression Glass – Why Are There Fakes?
We've been talking about real, fake and reissued depression glass. Why would someone try to make and sell fakes? One of the most reproduced patterns is Cherry Blossom from Jeannette Glass. The … [Read more...]
Depression Glass – Real, Fake or Reissue?
Let's talk about why depression glass patterns were reproduced or reissued. Someone saw a popular item and decided to make fakes for profit. These are counterfeits, made on purpose with the intent … [Read more...]
Reproductions, Reissues and Variations in Depression Glass
We all worry about reproductions when we buy depression glass. But really, how worried should we be? Are repros that ubiquitous? Should you not collect depression glass because of … [Read more...]