Made of Glass

If you've ever wondered how long blown glass has been around, or what to look for in a quality collectible piece, answers to your questions are right here.

Ever wonder what gives glass, antique glass in particular, those lovely hues? Find out more about how glass is made and colored here.

Jeanette Glass Company - An Introduction to the History and Wares of Jeannette Glass Company including Depression Era Glass and Milk Glass

A review from the collector's perspective: Glass and Ceramic Baskets by Carole Bess White and L.M. White.

Glass candy containers made from the early 1900s through the 1940s doubled as toys for children. See an example of these collectibles and learn more about how much they are worth.

Ever wonder exactly what people are referring to when they say hobnail in relation to antique and vintage glass?

Learn how to thoroughly check glassware for damage to avoid making costly mistakes.

Learn what the term intaglio refers to in glass and jewelry manufacture.

The word nappy has several meanings including a definition related to antique and vintage glassware.

A beautiful vanity or dressing table was once the epitome of style for the fashionable lady's home. And on every table was a gorgeous powder jar. Learn more about them and what they're worth.

Exactly what is pressed glass? If you've ever wondered what it is and which types of glass fall into this category, this question and answer article will fill you in on pressed glass.

You've probably seen reamers a time or two, but did you know that's what they're called?

Ever heard of a swanky swig?

The Flower Frog Gazette provides information on frog beauties made in England.

Find out how glass paperweights are made in this International Paperweight Society slide show.

A wonderful look at Jack in the Pulpit vases with illustrations featuring Tiffany, Moser and Czech examples among many others.

Reamers, also known as juicers, have been around for over 200 years. Learn more about them from the National Reamer Collectors Association.

If you've ever heard the term "flashed on" in passing and wondered what it meant in reference to old glassware, wonder no more.