Westmoreland Glass: 1950-1984
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The Westmoreland Glass Co, based in Grapeville, PA, until its 1984 closing, was known for its quality production of milk glass which is prized by collectors. The glass is known for its various patterns, such as American Hobnail, Paneled Grape and Old Quilt.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1992
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Cut glass: changes in the Russian Pattern
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Cut glass catalogues use the term 'Russian Pattern' for American cut glass ordered for the Imperial Russian Embassy in Washington, DC in 1885. Several widely-used variations, such as 'White House,' hobnail, pyramidal and miter divisions are analyzed.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
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How to tell American Brilliant Period glass from modern forgeries
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Cut glass from the American Brilliant Period, 1876 to 1916, is often fabricated due to its retail value of more than $300 per piece. Ways to detect genuine pieces, and modern legitimate new issues, are described.
Publication Name: Antiques & Collecting Hobbies
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0884-6294
Year: 1993
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