Learning About Depression Glass Identification
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Depression glass identification can be a chore for even the most experienced collector. However, Depression glass pattern identification can mean the difference between a highly valuable authentic Depression glass collection and just a collection of reproductions. Depression glass identification involves being aware of the known Depression glass patterns, and also being able to recognize the countless generic patterns that were also produced in the era. It also helps to know who the major manufactures were, and what colors they commonly used.
You can get a better grasp on Depression glass identification by consulting any number of reference books, like The Collector’s Encyclopedia of Depression Glass or Colored Glassware of the Depression Era and my book Depression Glass Secrets. Depression glass pattern identification is not easy to master, but a good reference book can tell you just about all you need to know. For instance, your Depression glass identification book can be taken along on any collecting trip or antique store jaunt so you can have a ready Depression glass pattern identification aid.
There are a multitude of different patterns, colors and styles of Depression glass. The most common colors are pink, green and blue, though these come in a variety of different shades within these categories. For instance, you can find both forest green and light green glass, and you can find cobalt, opalescent and aqua blue Depression glass. Pink varieties range from light and fully transparent pieces to those that appear almost red. There are also amber and yellow Depression glass pieces available. With Depression glass identification, it is important to know what colors were made during the era, and to know what patterns were typically seen on those colors.
Because there are so many reproductions and fakes, Depression glass pattern identification can be challenging to the novice collector. However, if you begin collecting just one pattern, you will get to know what was originally available. For instance, you can begin collecting solely light green bubble patterned glass. That way, you will get a feel for authentic Depression glass identification by specializing in a particular pattern. You might also choose to learn all of the patterns made in a specific color, and just collect a variety of that one shade. By specializing your collection, you can protect yourself from spending too much money on copies or fakes. Once you get a feel for Depression glass pattern identification, you will be able to branch out with your collection and begin collecting a variety of colors and patterns.
If you want to quickly get the hang of Depression glass pattern identification, choose a company like the Hazel Atlas Glass Company, and read all about the various patterns they created during the era. You will quickly begin to recognize the company’s glass in antique stores and shows just after a few days of study. Once you master one company’s Depression glass pattern identification, you can easily branch out to other companies. It is best to choose a company with fewer patterns and colors, like the Maryland Glass Corporation of Baltimore. That way, you can wet your feet slowly without feeling overwhelmed.
Have Fun and Keep CollectingMurray
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