I've a soft spot for green Patrician because it was one of the first depression glass patterns that I bought. Plus I like it, it's pretty with interesting shapes, lovely color and a great … [Read more...]
Cambridge Border Etched Designs – Number 704, Windows Border
It would be fun to look at several of the etches that Cambridge made in the late 1920s, early 1930s, that are border designs. We have had pieces in several patterns and they are all interesting and … [Read more...]
Amber Depression Era Glass – From Honey Gold to Deep Russet
I sold some Patrician plates recently and was struck by the color difference between amber glass from Federal and Cambridge. Here is the amber Patrician plate from Federal, made 1933 to … [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...]
More Eye Candy! Memories of the Depression Glass Show
A few weeks ago Dave and I met my sister Susan at the depression glass show in Dearborn, Michigan, put on by the Michigan Depression Glass Society. Glass shows are incredible. You walk in and are … [Read more...]
Glass Pick of the Week – Normandie Amber Depression Glass Pitcher
I was gardening today drenched with bug spray because the mosquitoes are horrific, never seen them this bad. It felt so good to come in, wash up and sit down here in my cool office with my glass to … [Read more...]
Florentine Poppy Amber Depression Glass or a Reproduction?
Bob contacted me about his pitcher. The design is Florentine #2 or Poppy, a depression glass pattern from Hazel Atlas. Bob was excited that he may have found a previously-unknown piece, … [Read more...]
Glass Pick of the Week: Cambridge Etched Cheese & Cracker Set
I love this piece. The color is gorgeous, a deep, rich amber. The etch is one of my favorites, Cambridge etch number 704, also called Windows Border. The piece is unusual, yet perfect for use today … [Read more...]
Patrician Amber Depression Glass – Spoke from Federal
My glass sales go in streaks and right now the winning pattern is Patrician. I've soft spot for this design - I like the mold etched patterns more than the geometric ones - and enjoy the curvy shapes … [Read more...]
Tip of the Week! Check Pitchers for Cracks and Damage
It's time for Tip of the Week! Let's look at pitchers and where to check for cracks. This pitcher is crackle elegant depression glass. It's about 80 years old, so not surprising it has … [Read more...]