Federal Glass made their robust Pioneer pattern beginning in the 1940s until they closed in 1979. The pattern is reminiscent of the heavy glass from the late Victorian era, molded into plates and … [Read more...]
Gold Trimmed Vintage Glass from the 1940s to 1970s
We showed a few pieces of elegant and depression glass from the pre-World War 2 era in prior posts, now let's look at more recent glass, vintage pieces from the 1940s to 1970s. This is the era when … [Read more...]
Yorktown Mid-Century Glass from Federal
Federal made Yorktown, this solid looking glass pattern with Colonial styling, in the 1950s and early 60s. Yorktown is a small pattern with basic dinnerware, drinkware and interesting accessories … [Read more...]
Capri 1960s Glass from Hazel Atlas – Dinnerware
Capri is a catch-all term we collectors use for several patterns that Hazel Atlas made in their lovely, distinctive blue glass during the 1960s. You can read about the various patterns here. Capri … [Read more...]
Capri – Blue Glass from Hazel Atlas Mid Century
We collectors call this gorgeous blue turquoise glassware from Hazel Atlas "Capri", which strictly speaking is actually the color of the glass, not the pattern. Hazel Atlas made Capri in many … [Read more...]
More Glassware from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s – Anniversary by Jeannette Glass
During the 1930s the glassware we consider "depression glass" came in sets to use for meals, dinner sets, luncheon sets, and many patterns included accessory pieces like candle holders or candy … [Read more...]
Glass Made 1940s-1970s, After the Depression Era – 6 Crystal Patterns
Glass companies continued making glass after the Great Depression of the 1930s, although the war years in the 1940s certainly slowed production and introducing new patterns. One notable attribute of … [Read more...]
Medallion from Anchor Hocking, Another Pattern from the 1960s in Honey Gold, Avocado Green and Clear
Chances are you have seen this rather attractive glass at thrift stores, antique malls or estate sales. I used to see bowls galore, mostly clear, and also avocado green and honey gold, and … [Read more...]
Soreno and Milano – Antiquing with 1960s Glass from Anchor Hocking
Last week I went antiquing with my favorite glass buddy and we saw several displays of Soreno, the glass we covered last post. Anchor Hocking made Soreno in all the usual 1960s colors - avocado … [Read more...]
Soreno – Anchor Hocking Pressed Bark Design, Harvest Gold and Avocado Green
Just to be different, let's look at a very large pattern from Anchor Hocking made in the late 1960s. Any of us who lived through the 60s or acquired kitchen ware from the era will recognize these … [Read more...]