Last post we looked at elegant glass with gold trim, usually around the rim, and glassware which had the etch picked out in gold, called encrusted. Today let's look at mass produced depression glass, … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart Pink Depression Glass – A Winner For Durability
"The glass is so thin!" That's the first thing you'll think when you consider American Sweetheart depression glass for durability. The glass is thin, noticably thinner than some patterns such as … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart Pink Depression Glass – Enjoy Antiquing Fun!
We're looking at pink depression glass patterns that are safe to collect - no reproduced pieces - and are beautiful, enjoyable to own and use, have lots of interesting pieces and are fun to seek. I'm … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart – Interesting Pieces in a Pink Depression Glass Safe Pattern
We are looking at pink American Sweetheart for its collecting fun. This pink depression glass has a lot going for it: It's never been reproduced. This makes it safe for … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart – A Pink Depression Glass Safe Pattern
This post starts our series looking at depression glass patterns that are safe to collect, meaning no reproduction worries, and also will give you enjoyment and the fun of hunting beautiful glass. … [Read more...]
Beautiful Glass from the Depression Era – Glass Show Memories
Have you been to a depression glass show? Go if you get a chance. You'll see gorgeous, unusual glass in patterns and colors that will overwhelm you with the styles and beauty. Hocking's … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart – Decorated or Plain, It’s Beautiful
Several readers commented how lovely the Monax American Sweetheart plates were in the prior post. Let's look at some of the decorations you might find on American Sweetheart. Gold trimmed pieces … [Read more...]
Confusing Styles of American Sweetheart Plates
We have several styles of plates to enjoy with American Sweetheart. Like many patterns that were very successful when made originally, MacBeth Evans released variations of the common pieces. You … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart Pretty in Pink MacBeth Evans Depression Glass
Last week we saw some MacBeth Evans translucent white and cream glass, Monax, Cremax and Ivrene, and it's time to share a look at their colored glass. MacBeth Evans is best known for American … [Read more...]
American Sweetheart Crystal Depression Glass – Only a Sherbet
When we think "American Sweetheart" the lovely soft pink depression glass or the almost ethereal monax white comes to mind. Oddly, there is only one piece of crystal American Sweetheart, and it's … [Read more...]