The journal

Vintage Glassware

Practical guidance for recognizing, enjoying, and caring for glass with a history.

What Is Carnival Glass? A Collector’s Guide

Learn how to recognize carnival glass by its iridescence, molded pattern, base color, condition, and maker clues.

Learn what makes milk glass distinctive, how to recognize its patterns and age, and what to inspect before you collect it.

A practical guide to recognizing Depression glass by its color, pattern, seams, shape, condition, and the clues worth comparing.

Learn what defines American Brilliant cut glass, how to recognize its deep patterns, and what to check before you buy or care for a piece.

A practical way to judge whether a vintage glass find has the maker, condition, demand, and details collectors tend to value.

Learn how to identify Fenton glass by checking marks, color, shape, pattern, finish, and condition with a collector’s eye.

A cautious, practical approach to cleaning vintage glass while protecting delicate surfaces, decoration, and older finishes.

Practical ways to give vintage glassware a beautiful place in your home while keeping each piece easy to see and enjoy.

A closer look at the clues that help collectors recognize vintage glassware before they buy, display, or use it.