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...]
Avoid Reproduction Pink Depression Glass – Collecting Fun
Have you ever gotten reproduction depression glass when you expected the real thing? I have. It is disappointing to say the least. Pink Cherry Blossom is one of the most beautiful depression glass … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Collect Depression Glass
It's so much fun to collect depression glass. You get the enjoyment of antique shopping, browsing antique malls or hunting through flea markets and at the end you have a wonderful prize, beautiful … [Read more...]
Interesting Pieces of Imperial Candlewick – Spoon, Comport, Ash Tray and Martini Pitcher
This is our last post on Imperial Candlewick, at least for now! I've only a few more pieces to show you. First up is this small serving spoon, probably meant for jelly. Notice it has a flat edge. … [Read more...]
Imperial Candlewick Candle Holders – Two Examples
Imperial made several dozen (!) candle holders in their flagship pattern Candlewick, everything from single light plain holders to holders with eagles, hurricane lamps, combination candle holders with … [Read more...]
Imperial Candlewick Tumblers and Stemware – Danger Ahead!
Now I'm getting into deep water with the Candlewick saga! Imperial made several tumbler and stem lines in the Candlewick pattern - remember they made Candlewick for almost 50 years and issued … [Read more...]
Candlewick Creamers and Sugars – A Guide Through the Confusion
Today's tour of Candlewick creamers and sugars is full of boulders and rock slides! Imperial made five styles of creamer and sugar sets, and to make it even more confusing, they altered the … [Read more...]
Candlewick Crystal Bowls – Elegant Imperial Glass
Last post we started a short series on Imperial Candlewick. I've had a few pieces, barely enough to touch the surface of the pattern, but we'll look at what we can. Unlike most of the depression … [Read more...]
Imperial Candlewick – Overview – Elegant Glass
Everyone has seen Candlewick! This is the beautiful crystal with large round balls around the outside. Imperial Glass made Candlewick for a long, long time and released umpteen zillion … [Read more...]