How Full Is Your Glass?
The Appraiser Coach
AUGUST 30, 2022
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Depression Glass: A Beginner’s Guide to Collecting
Invaluable
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Despite the financial strain on consumers and businesses, a few creative glass manufacturers managed to survive by producing affordable glassware and creating effective strategies for distribution. This inexpensive glassware—commonly known as Depression glass —was mass-produced from 1920 to 1950. Assorted Pressed Depression Glass.
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Champagne Glass History: How Shape Affects Taste
Invaluable
APRIL 10, 2024
The evolution of the champagne glass is much more complex and historically significant than a discussion of glass shape would at first imply. Shortly after, in 1674, the invention of lead glass by George Ravenscroft changed the art of glassmaking forever. These had simple, short stems and round, funnel-shaped bowls.
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France’s Best Collectibles: Glass, Ceramics, the Marché aux Puces
WorthPoint
AUGUST 15, 2024
Read on to learn everything about shopping in France’s famed marchés aux puces to the best French glass and ceramic brands to seek out. Gallé, Luminarc, Mauviel, and More Like ceramics, the glass industry has thrived in France for centuries. Lalique, Émile Gallé, Baccarat, and Daum Nancy are some of the best-regarded fine glass houses.
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Seeking Valuable Carnival Glass? Look For Pieces by These Four Companies
WorthPoint
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Once known as the “poor man’s Tiffany,” carnival glass captivates collectors with its rainbow of shimmering colors and variety of forms, from bowls and hatpins to punch sets and whimsies. At its pinnacle, carnival glass offered consumers a sophisticated aesthetic at an accessible price point.
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How to Distinguish Cut Glass from Molded Glass
WorthPoint
APRIL 8, 2024
An American Brilliant-period cut glass punch bowl with a sawtooth rim dating to the mid-to-late 19th century. Thrifters and estate sale shoppers often run across molded glass, which can resemble the look of cut glass. The result was a finely crafted piece of handmade glass. Why is it important to know the difference?
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How Valuable Are Costume Jewelry Cameos?
WorthPoint
JANUARY 14, 2025
When I wrote about identifying extraordinary cameo jewelry recently, I couldnt help but think about the many lower-quality copies these treasures inspired. Cameos were also made from various materials, including Whitby jet, tortoiseshell, and Czech glass. Yes, but theyre often made of molded plastic or glass.
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Bohemian Glass Basics
BHR Appraisal Services
MARCH 20, 2021
Bohemian glass, also referred to as Bohemia glass, is a broad term applied to the fine crystal made primarily in the Czech Republic and surrounding areas. The tradition of fine cut and decorated glass in the region goes back to the Renaissance and archeological excavations have even found evidence of glass making as far back as 1250.
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Collecting Depression Glass
Old Crows Antiques
DECEMBER 7, 2021
They started offering inexpensively produced, low-to-average quality pieces of glassware as a thank-you gift for the purchase of a new kitchen appliance or a prize for winning carnival games at movie theaters or gas stations. People started buying glass specifically to collect full sets of their favorite colors and patterns.
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Tiffany Studios pieces continued to prove their marketplace dominance at Rago
Auction Central News
AUGUST 7, 2024
LOS ANGELES — Rago‘s Art Nouveau and Art Deco Glass and Lighting sale July 11 provided auction watchers with yet another romp by Tiffany Studios wares from the early 20th century. Many estimates were doubled by bidders, demonstrating the continued demand for top-quality Tiffany relics.
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Woody returns with another stellar ABCG sale September 7
Auction Central News
AUGUST 31, 2024
DOUGLASS, KS — Woody Auction has announced a dual-collection American Brilliant Cut Glass (ABCG) sale scheduled for Saturday, September 7. The collections come from the late Dr. Richard Byrne of New York, who had an affinity for collecting quality items having sterling silver, and the late Ian Berke of California.
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How to Recognize Sandwich Glass Patterns at a Glance
WorthPoint
MAY 31, 2024
At the risk of sounding like an oddball kid, I’ll admit that I was introduced to Sandwich glass patterns while antiquing with my mom around the age of ten. I was drawn to Depression glass colors and patterns and memorized my mom’s book on the topic from cover to cover. A salad plate in the Anchor Hocking Sandwich pattern.
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Is This The Earliest Commercial Iridescent Glass?
Mark Hill
DECEMBER 1, 2021
In 2013, I wrote a blog post on the origins of iridescent glass. Despite credit usually going to the hugely successful Art Nouveau iridescent glass produced by Tiffany and Loetz from the 1890s onwards, the origins of iridescent glass actually date back to 1856 and a Hungarian chemist and technician called Leo Valentin Pantocek.
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A Glass Painter’s Goblet – A Rare 19th Century Discovery
Mark Hill
FEBRUARY 11, 2022
It’s not my usual sort of thing at all, but it’s made from and connected to glass, the quality shouted out, and there’s clearly a story behind it. The main, beautifully rendered, scene shows a painter working in a studio at an easel on a desk, and bears the title Der Glaßmaler (The Glass Painter) underneath.
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Wheaton Arts Mid-Winter Antique Show: Jan 25-26
The Journal of Antiques and Collectibles
DECEMBER 5, 2024
Spotlighting approximately 40 quality dealers, this event attracts thousands of visitors from the Mid-Atlantic region. Attendees can explore a wide selection of antique furniture, books, ceramics, glass, jewelry, linens, memorabilia, paper, toys, pottery, primitives, vintage accessories, and more.
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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in July
WorthPoint
JULY 1, 2024
WorthPoint’s Industry Partners are offering collectors oodles of prime antique and vintage items in July auctions, including a piece of naval history, artifacts from a famous tiki paradise, Newcomb pottery, uranium glass, and a rare advertising sign for fishing tackle. Jaremos Art Glass Specialists , estimate: $100–$200.
The Ruby, July’s Birthstone, Is The King of Gems
A Matter of Brilliance
JULY 7, 2022
The ruby birthstone combines rarity with hardness and beauty; high-quality stones are even scarcer than fine diamonds! And, as the color becomes more orange or purplish, the lower its quality. There are also treatments that fill fractures with a high-lead content glass. This can lower the stone’s value.
Italian Mosaic Jewelry: Buy It or Leave It?
WorthPoint
JULY 18, 2024
Mosaics are made by taking little pieces of gemstones or glass and setting them into another material or a frame to create a pattern or picture. All of these qualities place petra dura pieces in the “buy-it” category if you come across an antique piece at an affordable price.
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5 Hot Lots Coming to Auction in April
WorthPoint
APRIL 1, 2024
WorthPoint’s Industry Partners are ringing in spring with some fantastic collectibles, including a bionic-themed pinball machine, a Chinese rank badge, classic Heisey glass, work by a treasured Canadian folk artist, and colorful carnival glass. Rockabilly Auction Company , estimate: $100–$100,000. 18,477–$22,172 USD).
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Office Hours Information from March 2025
International Society of Appraisers
MARCH 14, 2025
There are different marketplaces depending on many factors, including: urgency to sell, quantity, condition of the property, and the quality of the items. What is the quality of diamond jewelry? It has similar qualities. It is missing the glass inserts. The marketplace will depend on the type of property being appraised.
Antique Porcelain Dolls: How Much Are Porcelain Dolls Worth?
Invaluable
AUGUST 28, 2024
Many of the most exquisite, innovative designs are still credited to France, such as Ainé Blampoix’s patent for applying glass eyes. This reproduction gained traction and spread through Europe and Australia, yet there was still great value in those produced in small batches from high-quality makers.
2024 Moving into 2025 Design Trends Likely to Affect Value of Personal Property
International Society of Appraisers
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
Scandinavian furniture continues to be popular with its fresh-washed colors, clean lines, and good quality, especially in this era focused on sustainability. Items such as folk art, unique and creative paintings, hand-blown Venetian glass, delft style ceramic tiles, handmade vases, and quilts are splashed throughout interiors.
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What to Look For When Buying Miriam Haskell Jewelry
WorthPoint
JULY 1, 2024
Here are some of the most common condition issues to watch for in Haskell pieces: Pearls in Poor Condition Most Haskell pearls are of excellent quality and hold up well over time. Improper cleaning (like using anything with bleach) will strip faux pearl nacre down to the glass.
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How to Know if Jewelry is Real: A Comprehensive Guide
Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers
NOVEMBER 15, 2023
In addition, authentic gemstones like diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires are frequently incorporated into high-quality jewelry and other accessories. Here are some general tips: Hallmarks and Stamps: Look for stamps or hallmarks indicating the metal's purity or quality. What are the Benefits of Jewelry Appraisal?
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Vintage Blenders: Mix Your Smoothies in Style
WorthPoint
AUGUST 16, 2024
This vintage Model 700 Waring Beehive chrome blender features a Pyrex glass jar. With help from industrial designer Alfonso Iannelli (1888–1965), the cutting-edge “Osterizer” blender debuted with a stylish beehive-shaped chrome base and a rounded glass jar that forced food into the blades. It was sold for $27.83
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How to Check 750, 585, 417 Jewelry Markings: What Does Really Mean?
Sarasota Antique Buyers
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
However, the purity of the gold does not necessarily indicate the quality or beauty of the piece itself. If you suspect the imprint may be fake, it’s time to break out your high quality magnifying glass for a closer look; fake jewelry, stamps to look more undefined and are applied in a slapdash fashion when compared to the genuine deal.
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Miriam Haskell
Astor Galleries
JUNE 8, 2023
Her designs were known for their intricate handwork, colorful glass beads, and Art Deco styling. Her jewelry was characterized by its use of colorful glass beads, which she often combined with rhinestones, metalwork, and other materials. She moved to the United States with her family when she was just 10 years old.
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Kramer
Astor Galleries
AUGUST 11, 2023
The company quickly became a leader in the costume jewelry industry, thanks to its innovative designs and use of high-quality materials. Kramer jewelry was also known for its use of unusual materials, such as textured glass, crystal beds, and colored pearls. The pieces will be marked with the Kramer name or logo. or "Kramer New York."
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Art and Science Collide: The Beauty of Scientific Instruments Through the Ages
Invaluable
AUGUST 26, 2024
Not merely ingenious tools of precision and accuracy, these instruments are also celebrated for their artistic qualities. Its simple arrangement of glass lenses to magnify objects was not too dissimilar to a pair of opera glasses.
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Purple Passion
Alfie's Antique Market
FEBRUARY 22, 2018
Historically, there has been a mystical or spiritual quality attached to purple. Available from Pari's Jewellery c1970s Art Glass. You may have recently noticed this colour splashed across furnishings, interiors and fashion. Which makes February's birthstone - amethyst - even more prominent this year. Circa 1900.
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What can we learn from the “Museum of Awesome”?
The Mid-West Museum Association
AUGUST 16, 2024
In 2024, we asked: What are the qualities of its leadership? Museum of Awesome Brainstorm Sheet 2023 Trust Flows Up and Down We received a lot of write-in comments about internal cultures and qualities of leadership at the Museum of Awesome. It’s a freeing thought too – to get to work in the Museum of Awesome.
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3 Earmarks of “High-End” Costume Jewelry
WorthPoint
NOVEMBER 8, 2024
High-end authentic poured glass brooch attributed to Dior. Quality Materials Since we’re talking costume jewelry here, the basic materials are plated base metal and glass. Authentic Gripoix glass and poured glass (terms also way overused by costume jewelry sellers) are materials that almost always indicate high-end jewelry.
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Grandpacore: Embracing the Style of Our Elders
WorthPoint
JUNE 26, 2024
Grandpacore pays homage to the classic style of many grandfathers—think colorful vintage knitwear, comfy loafers, cardigans, sweater vests, blazers, sensible sneakers, tailored trousers, and accessories like baseball caps, wire-frame glasses, and statement watches. A pair of hip glasses completes the entire grandpacore aesthetic.
Identifying Alexandrite Stones in Fine and Faux Jewelry
WorthPoint
APRIL 15, 2024
But did you know there’s a glass stone used in costume jewelry that also goes by the name of alexandrite? It’s important to remember that old Russian alexandrite stones are more vividly colored and higher in quality than the newer ones. The larger the stone (providing the quality is high), the greater the value will be.
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How to Start an Antique Collection
Jerry's Antiques and Estates
OCTOBER 7, 2024
These can be furniture, glass items, pottery pieces like vases or bowls, and ornaments such as rings and bracelets, etc. Art Glass: Collectors still have an interest in art glass, including works by famous artists such as Louis Comfort Tiffany. What Are Antique Collectibles?
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Tips To Value Antique Gold And Fine Jewelry
Sarasota Antique Buyers
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024
In Mohs scale glass is rated at 5.5, So, genuine diamonds will scratch a glass mirror. Use a magnifying glass. If you have a magnifying glass or loupe (a 10x jeweler’s magnifying glass) and a genuine diamond along with the loose stone to test a comparison can be made. and diamonds at 10.
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Christian Dior
Astor Galleries
MARCH 13, 2023
Rare Vintage 1964, Christian Dior, Marc Bohan Ruby Paste Glass Necklace Dior’s early jewelry pieces were not marked. They were done with famed French jewelry man-ufacturers Gripoix, Goosens, and Jean-Pierre, and featured hand-made components and superb quality. With this new look, he also needed new jewelry.
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Gillian Horsup: 'The items I buy have to be distinctive'
Alfie's Antique Market
AUGUST 23, 2018
People want variety and here we have a bit of everything- glasses, compacts, ring boxes, fans, pins, hats, bags, jewellery from pearls to early plastic. I look for items with good style and of good quality- I don’t like boring. My favourite items at the moment are Czech glass jewellery. What do you consider boring?
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Types of Chinese Art: A Guide to Valuing & Collecting Chinese Art
Invaluable
APRIL 3, 2024
Snuff bottles are most commonly made of glass, but can also comprise of jade, porcelain, amber, or metal. They can be made out of clay, bronze, glass, or stone. Prices can vary extensively, with quality jadeite generally carrying more value than nephrite. Sold for $340,000 USD via Bonhams (Dec 2023).
Vintage Revere Ware—Alive and Cooking
WorthPoint
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Pieces before 1968 had all the telltale signs of quality. ” Corning Glass bought Revere Ware in 1988. . ” Corning Glass bought Revere Ware in 1988. Louis Post-Dispatch in 2015. At this point, I will split the Revere Ware story into two eras— before and after 1968.
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Review: Douglas Breault at Carole Calo Gallery
Michael Rose Fine Art
JANUARY 5, 2024
For photographer and mixed media artist Douglas Breault , his art practice often centers on the elegiac, and beyond that on the mournful quality of memory that can embed itself in the photographic image. In addition to photographs, Breault employs found objects: a whistle, a pane of glass, a clamp, a block of wood with a nail jutting out.
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4 Tips to Spot Hidden Gems in Antique Sales
Jerry's Antiques and Estates
AUGUST 1, 2023
Hardware, such as drawer pulls, hinges, and locks, is frequently elaborate and finely made on high-quality antiques. Our store has a large selection of furniture, glass, china, art, silver, pottery, jewelry , and more, so stop by if you’re in Montclair, New Jersey. Look for wear and patina, which are indicators of age and use.
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Resellers Mixed on Goodwill’s Newest E-Commerce Site
WorthPoint
MARCH 26, 2024
“This confirms that they cherry-pick the stuff they deem worth more, so most of the time, the stuff in the stores is lower quality. They take better quality items and valuable vintage goods from their local stores and sell them for huge profits on GoodwillFinds and ShopGoodwill.
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Evaluating Your Collection
Penrose Appraisals
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The best glassware, for example, is beautiful to look at, but it also can be used easily - either as a pitcher, a vase, a drinking glass, or other such object. Examine your collection closely, using a magnifying glass and strong light if necessary. This is also true in many other areas of collecting, such as ceramics, glass, or silver.
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