The washington, pennsylvania business produced both utilitarian glass, like fruit jars and commercial food storage containers, and household wares collectors now reference as depression glass. Theres also a color and pattern available to suit every taste. A touch of glass warmans depression glass handbook is an easytouse reference featuring a oneofakind thumbnail pattern guide for quick identification and discovery of this popular and delightful glass. For the nineteenth, and last time, we present collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by americas leading glassware authorities. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by cathy florence. They can be plain or footed and were made in a variety of sizes from juice varieties to those large enough to hold iced beverages. A guide to pattern identificati schiffer book for collectors by yeske, doris and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Books by gene florence author of collectors encyclopedia. Warmans depression glass field guide book by ellen schroy. Gene florences elegant glass book and one of his depression glass books. In 1902 the atlas company and the hazel company merged into what would become the largest glass company in the world. This book has lots of color photos in its pattern descriptions. The nook book ebook of the warmans depression glass. This essential guide gives collectors current market values for more than 10,000 items that often carry sentimental, as well as financial va.
Values and identification warmans field guide 9781440212321 by schroy, ellen t. Warmans depression glass field guide the new 5th edition of warmans depression glass field guide gives you the basic tools you need to identify, collect, and value the historic glassware created during and named after the great depression of the 1930s. The bowl of the goblet was generally mold blown, and either. If depression glass was to be produced today, it would likely not be acceptable in the market due to a range of flaws associated with it.
Gene florence has assembled an extensive collection of photos, prices and descriptions for all major depression glass patterns. Buy a cheap copy of warmans depression glass book by ellen schroy. Values and identification warmans field guide 9780896896215 by schroy, ellen t and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The book is designed to be useful for the novice as well as the expert. Cheriglo, flamingo, rose glow, rose tint, and wild rose. Reproductions of depression glass have waned in the recent past, so even though the book hasnt been published in several years, the. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass, 19th edition.
Such rarities make up very rare glassware of the depression. Collectors encyclopedia of depression glass by gene. Mauzys comprehensive handbook of depression glass prices by barbara mauzy, 9780764332760, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. It was also a way to encourage american people that better times were right ahead. Identification and value guide 9780896899537 by schroy, ellen t. Obtained via premiums in cereal boxes, purchased in dime stores, and given away as prizes in movie theaters, the colorful glass brightened the lives of homemakers facing harsh economic times. There is a volume 1 and a later volume 2 that was very popular. Depression glass is widely collected the world over and many patterns are still plentiful enough to keep prices reasonable. The most common depression glass material is glass.
Depression glass was an inexpensive splash of color and beauty in an otherwise gray economic time. You will then obtain the best idea of the worth of your glass. I looked at quite a few books on depression glass before settling on this one. More than 5,000 items are showcased in beautiful professional color photographs with descriptions and values. A highly respected glass expert, ellen schroy was the author of warmans antiques and collectibles for 25 years and is widely acknowledged as one of the countrys top experts in antiques and collectibles. Gene florences most popular book is collectors encyclopedia of depression glass. See more ideas about glass, glass collection and vintage glassware. Collectors can look for common depression glass patterns, each of which is distinct and some offering more ornate details than others. Make offer pink leaf shaped vintage depression glass candynuttrinket dish 6 14 vintage green glass translucent footed candy nut dish gold beaded ruffle edge. Vintage green depression glass oval footed pickle relish serving dish. Get the best deals on pink jeannette depression glassware when you shop the largest online selection at.
This exciting seventh edition of our bestselling kitchen glassware of the depression years is undeniably the definitive reference on the subject. So instead collector books would like you to join us in celebrating the retirement of cathy and gene florence. Books and online price guides can help keep your budget on. Mauzys comprehensive handbook of depression glass prices schiffer book for collectors by barbara mauzy and jim mauzy dec 28, 2012. Get the best deals on green depression glassware when you shop the largest online selection at. Depression glass has come into its own, with some rare pieces commanding fourfigure sums. Given away as premiums at dish night at the local movie theater and packed in boxes of laundry soap, this colorful tableware made of pink, green, blue, and yellow glass brightened the lives of struggling homemakers. Lancaster topaz yellow depression glass handled cake sandwich plate floral etch. Warmans depression glass identification and price guide. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about depression glass. The book starts out with a summary of the types of depression glass and shows the lacing patterns for. Vintage discontinued lancaster colony glass company tiara crown teal blue glassware set.
Youll find depression glass, carnival glass, and milk glass, along with a host of other antique and collectible tumblers available. This book is to help you id the pattern and gives the basic info on that pattern. Given away as premiums at dish night at the local movie theater and packed in boxes of laundry soap. Depression glass is so popular these days it can be hard to find on the vintage and antique market. Featuring 170 depression glass patterns, detailed pattern drawings, values, a shape guide and glorious color pictures throughout, the handbook is the most extensive. During the 1920s, 19thcentury pattern glass manufacturers such as mckee, heisey, and fostoria struggled as the real thing from waterford and baccarat, among other european manufacturers, became relatively inexpensive and plentiful in the united states. Although depression glass wasnt intended to influence your frame of mind, youll likely feel happy when you find the pieces you want in prime condition. If you are looking for glass valuations, each author has their own method for determining value, so having a few different authors books for comparison is a good idea. Mauzys comprehensive handbook of depression glass prices. Ellen schroy is truly an expert when it comes to antique glassware. This essential guide gives collectors current market.
This updated book has a lot to offer depression glass enthusiasts. Rare vintage jadeite jeannette heavy footed custard dessert cup. Vintage pink depression glass round platter cake plate handles jeanette windsor. After nineteen editions, almost 40 years, and over 4,000 pages, goodbye is very difficult to say. Warmans depression glass field guide by ellen schroy. Also, i would strongly recommend the collectors encyclopedia of depression glass series of books by gene and cathy florence. Once an inexpensive gift often given away, depression glass is one of todays most sought after collectible. The stems were frequently, although not always, cast in a mold, with the foot cast on the stem using a footing tool, he told me. In basic terms, antique and vintage tumblers are just everyday drinking glasses. This depression glass was priced cheap in order to encourage people to own glass wares.
At last, a field guide that is truly a pocket guide. Hazel atlas glass company introduction the spruce crafts. New listing jeannette cherry blossom pink depression glass footed tumblers glasses set of 3. Whichever color or type of depression glass youre looking for, ebay offers one of the best resources out there for finding it. Get the best deals on jeannette depression glassware when you shop the largest online selection at. Featuring 170 depression glass patterns, detailed pattern drawings, values, a shape guide and glorious color pictures throughout, the handbook is the most extensive portable guide on the. Unfollow depression glass book to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Depression glass refers specifically to glass produced between the mid1920s to about the end of world war ii. Depression glass was therefore very cheap and affordable when it was new. Depression glass price guide and pattern identification. She has also authored the previous four editions of warmans depression glass and four editions of warmans depression glass field guide. When pink depression glass hit the market in the early 1930s, a bevy of names described the color. Gene florence has 43 books on goodreads with 843 ratings. However those flaws are the characteristics used by collectors to identify original glass wares that were produced in the depression era.
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