Are you getting the antiquing bug? I am! Let's look at a few pieces of glass that caught my eye at the depression glass show, pieces that you might not see anywhere else! These first … [Read more...]
Curvy Rims and Curly Designs – Patrician Spoke Depression Glass
Federal Glass had a way with curved rims and curly motifs. Patrician plates all have this lovely curved and scalloped rims. The mold etched design is so simple. There is a wheel in the center … [Read more...]
7 Things You Must Bring for a Successful Auction
Do you know what to bring to an auction? Here's a quick list that will make your time fun, comfortable and successful! 1. Bring a Chair Antique or consignment auctions usually have … [Read more...]
How to Buy Glass at Auctions and Not Get Ripped Off
Our last two posts covered some auction basics: Read to learn auction terminology and how to find good auctions in your area. Today let's learn abut protecting yourself from disappointing … [Read more...]
Finding Vintage Glass at Auctions – Step 2 Pick the Auction
You can find beautiful glass and sometimes real bargains at auctions. However, there are downsides and it pays to pick your auctions carefully. Time commitment, since you need to get there early … [Read more...]
Finding Vintage Glass at an Auction – Step 1 Learn the Lingo
Eventually spring will come! It's pouring right now, washing some of that snow off the driveway and piles. As we get into summer lots of us will be shopping for vintage glass for gifts (or … [Read more...]
Real or Repro? Iris and Herringbone Clear Depression Glass
Iris and Herringbone is one of the popular depression glass patterns that has been hit with reproductions of a few pieces. According to my Gene Florence depression glass book, the only pieces … [Read more...]
Two Things I Learned Today
Today I learned two new things. Jim B called to ask whether we had any Cameo depression glass lunch plates with a different medallion size than the one I sent him. His wife inherited … [Read more...]
Paden City Crow’s Foot – Elegant or Depression Glass?
If you have looked for Paden City glass in your favorite reference books you might be puzzled. Gene Florence lists Paden City's glass in his Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass, not with … [Read more...]
What Has Flowers, Is Pretty and Scarcely Known?
Paden City Ardith, that's what. Recently Lynn posted a comport asking for help. It is such a pretty piece, square-ish shape with pretty flowers etched on each corner, and in a soft clear … [Read more...]