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...]
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...]
Bowknot Green Depression Glass – Small Pattern with Lovely Design
Bowknot green depression glass is a bit of a mystery because we don't know for sure who made it or when. The experts attribute it to Belmont Tumbler Company, the company which produced Rose … [Read more...]
Adam Depression Glass – Tips to Avoid Damage
Jeannette Glass produced their lovely Adam pattern from 1932 to 1934, mostly in pink and green, with some crystal, yellow and Delphite blue. It's a beautiful pattern but you will find some … [Read more...]
Starlight Depression Glass from Hazel Atlas – Where Can You Find It?
Last post we looked at the attractive crystal Starlight pattern, a somewhat elusive, yet attractive and affordable depression glass pattern you might like. Many people think colored glass equals … [Read more...]
Starlight Crystal Depression Glass – Lines and Angles from Hazel Atlas
Hazel Atlas made Starlight depression glass late in the 1930s, mostly in crystal with some pieces in translucent white Platonite, and a few in clear pink and even dark blue. I've seen a few … [Read more...]