Depression glass was made in the early period of the nineteen century precisely between s and s. The precious glass was produced for the use of masses during the period of depression. It was made affordable so that everyone can afford it. These glasses were also made very cheaply. The standard and quality of the product was very low. Another name that is used synonymous with Depression is recession.
As a result of economic decline, trade and industrial activity was reduced to the barest minimum. Many people were unemployed. This had enormous impact on other aspects of economic, food, tourism, theater, etc. In order to boost business and create an incentive for people to purchase item and do business, some companies came up with the incentives of using attractive and useful glass items as token of appreciation for patronizing them.
Since this glass was being shared free around depression or recession period, the glassware attracted the name Depression Glass. Most of these glasses were manufactured in the central and mid west USA. There were access to raw materials and power. I have developed and improved my soldering technique for over 15 years, making adjustments of engineering a window to achieve the best finished piece of art. My work is not done from patterns. The American Sweetheart Monax sherbet dish was made between and It's also common to find sets of four to six sherbet dishes.
The Aurora pattern was issued only as a breakfast set, so the number of pieces in the cobalt blue glass collection is limited. This cup and saucer set was produced by Hazel Atlas Glass Co. There are also full sets of four to six cups and saucers that come up on the market from time to time. There are three styles of Block Optic sugar bowls, all with similar values. One is a stout mug-like shape, one a footed bowl, and one a taller footed cone.
They can be found in green, yellow, white, pink, and clear glass , sometimes with the matching cream pitcher. This green glass piece is the cone shape.
It was made by Hocking Glass Company from around to Cups in the block optic pattern were made with a number of different handle styles. The values are similar for all styles. Produced by Hocking Glass Company around to , this green glass cup is a common find. Produced by Hocking Glass Company around and , this piece is an 8-inch green pitcher in the Block Optic pattern.
It holds 80 ounces, so is on the large size since it's more common to find ounce pitchers. There are a few different shapes as well. Also dating between and , this sherbet dish was made by Hocking Glass Company. You can also find sets, ranging from two to six dishes with similar values per piece. The cream and sugar set has a chevron pattern and was produced in the s. You might also come across a larger milk pitcher shaped like the creamer.
The Colonial Block pattern seen in this goblet is often confused with the Block Optic pattern. However, this tumbler is generally too common to bring that price. For more information on specific Depression glass pieces and manufacturers of each pattern, click on the links provided below the photos where available.
For values and further help with identification, visit the Depression Glass Price Guide. The opaque white glass used in production of this MacBeth-Evans pattern is known as monax. Most often found in pink and monax. Deep red and cobalt blue American Sweetheart pieces are rare and quite valuable. This pattern is most often found in cobalt blue. This is not technically a Depression glass pattern but is often placed into this category by collectors.
Most often found in sapphire blue, Royal Ruby, and Forest Green. Also known as "Ballerina" or "Dancing Girl" pattern. Most often seen in green, but yellow and pink can also be found. A limited amount of clear Cameo was also made featuring a platinum rim.
This pattern has been widely reproduced. Most often found in pink and green, but Delphite and Jadite pieces can also be found occasionally. Jeannette Glass Company also made a similar pattern called Doric and Pansy, which includes a set of children's dishes. Most often found in pink and green, but also made in Delphite opaque blue. Ultramarine light teal and yellow can be found occasionally in this pattern.
Also referred to occasionally as "Lovebirds" pattern. Most often found in green, although some crystal clear and amber pieces were produced. Also known as "Buttons and Bows.
Most often found in pink, but a few pieces were made in crystal clear and iridescent. The shapes used for this pattern are very similar to Jeannette's Depression-era Windsor pattern. Research shows the name given to this pattern by Indiana Glass was No. Often found in green, but also made in yellow, pink and crystal clear. Also known as "Iris and Herringbone. Most common color is crystal clear , followed by iridescent.
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