How can you tell if carnival glass is real?

Is carnival glass worth anything?

In recent history, carnival glass has become a sought-after collector's item, and while many pieces can be acquired for less than $50, rarer pieces can sell for thousands of dollars.

Does vintage carnival glass have seams?

First manufactured in early 1905, the intricate pattern work and stunning colors captured the Art Nouveau aesthetic perfectly. Most patterns were inspired by nature or geometry, detailed to hide the seams from the mold.

What is the rarest piece of carnival glass?

Millersburge People's Vase in Blue

This is the rarest carnival glass ever made and sold. The intricacy is one for the books, almost unmatched by another. The people's vase was created by John Fenton, the owner of Millersburg Glass.

What is the difference between carnival glass and Depression glass?

Both carnival and depression glass are colored. However, carnival glass features an iridescent, multicolored look, whereas depression glass has more of a simple, single-colored, transparent look. Carnival glass was made to inexpensively mimic glass made by the Tiffany Company.

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What are the markings on carnival glass?

Imperial's mark was their cross-shaped logo. Their work was also distinct for its use of unusual base colors, and their design work was primarily geometric. Dugan's manufacturer's mark was an uppercase D within a diamond shape. Most of their carnival glass work featured nature designs and crimped edges.

How can you tell Fenton carnival glass?

To identify whether a piece of glass is Fenton glass, look for a sticker near the bottom of the item. The stickers are usually oval and may have scalloped or smooth edges. You may also see an oval with the word Fenton stamped into the glass if the piece was made after 1970.

What year is carnival glass from?

History. Carnival glass originated as a glass called 'Iridill', produced beginning in 1908 by the Fenton Art Glass Company (founded in 1905). Iridill was inspired by the fine blown art glass of such makers as Tiffany and Steuben, but did not sell at the anticipated premium prices and was subsequently discounted.

What is the most valuable colored glass?

Pink glass is most valuable, followed by blue and green. Rare colors such as tangerine and lavender are also worth more than common colors like yellow and amber.

What glass is worth money?

Look for pink, blue and green glassware

Pink, green and blue are the most valuable colors of depression glass. Pink tends to be the most valuable because it is more rare. Yellow and amber colored depression glass is more common and therefore less valuable.

Is carnival glass coated?

Carnival glass is a kind of iridescent glass coated to refract light, which gives the glass a rainbow appearance similar to what you see on an oil slick or the surface of a bubble.

Why does carnival glass glow?

​The reason for the glow is that the glass batch contains uranium dioxide as a colorant, and when exposed to ultra-violet light, the electrons in the glass are “excited” which causes that magical glow (known as fluorescence).

What does Depression glass look like?

Depression glass, which was made during the great depression, usually came in bright colors, like yellow, amber, blue, green, or pink. It was always patterned and often had geometric shapes and designs cut into it. Due to low production costs, the glass should look and feel thin.

What is the best way to sell carnival glass?

Sell it off as individual pieces (eBay and/or lists, and/or club newsletters, and/or club conventions, or open a booth in an antique mall) Sell it through a 'local (general antiques) auction company. Sell part of it through a recognized 'carnival glass Auction company' now, and the rest later.

When did they stop making carnival glass?

After interest declined in the late 1920s, Fenton stopped producing carnival glass for many years. In more recent years, due to a resurgence in interest, Fenton restarted production of carnival ware and continued making it until about 2007.

Is Orange carnival glass valuable?

While there are many beautiful colors of carnival glass, some are rarer than others. One of the rarest and most valuable colors is purple. Other rare colors include red, orange and yellow. These colors are less common because they were difficult to produce during the time period when carnival glass was made.

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Can you microwave carnival glass?

Avoid Heat and Cold

Warm it slowly, cool it down slowly. Any rapid changes of temperature can cause it to crack - collectors call it a "visit from the ping fairy!" - because glass naturally has internal stresses (from when and how it was made) that can be affected by rapid temperature changes.

Is carnival glass hand blown?

Carnival glass is a living glass, a vibrant and bright glass that reflects irridescent colour. Pressed glass products using this method first appeared in the US in 1905. They resembled the high lustre, hand blown pieces produced by high-class glass manufacturers like Tiffany.

Can you put carnival glass in the dishwasher?

Five Things to Avoid When Cleaning Carnival Glass

These habits can cause permanent damage and destroy the value of your glass: Never clean antique carnival glass in the dishwasher. Most carnival glass was made before the dishwasher was invented, and the soap and high temperatures can destroy it.

What colors do carnival glass come in?

Carnival glass colors definitions are based on the color of the glass, with the exception of marigold, clambroth, white, and some smoke, which are clear glass. The most common color is marigold, followed by amethyst/purple, blue, and green.

Is Fenton glass worth anything?

Fenton's carnival glass was first marketed as the "golden sunset iridescent assortment" in catalogs. In 1907 when these pieces first sold, they cost 85 cents. A Fenton autumn acorns bowl averages for about $65. You can find some selling for as much as $150.