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Depression glass real or not?

cobalt blue vaseWhen it comes to collecting blue cobalt glassware, beauty certainly is in the eyes of the viewer. It is not possible to tell what a particular individual is going to fall in love with. Just as difficult is producing any piece of art which may appeal to every person. Regardless of how celebrated the master, there are certain individuals that will not love or recognize the value of his art. On the other hand, there are pieces which become collectible as well as valuable, at least to the collector, merely for the reason that you take pleasure in proudly owning them looking at them.

I bought a salt and pepper pink cherry blossom depression glass. How can I tell if it is an antique or a replica? Gary Dominicus


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If you are just starting your collection of cobalt blue glass, or adding pieces of a specific generation or artist, be sure and browse the web. It is a great place to deepen your knowledge. One will furthermore hit upon some excellent bargains. But browse shrewdly and enjoy your passion of collecting period glassware. Keep in mind, it is not what someone else thinks a piece is worth, it is the enjoyment it brings to the person personally which makes cobalt blue glass worth acquiring.

2 comments on Depression glass real or not?

  1. David M says:

    If it has a seam where the mold was, it’s fake, also check the bottom for stamping of the glass

    Unfortunately, none of it is that valuable anyway

  2. Gary D says:

    Probably the best method is to take it to an antiques dealer or appraiser in your city.

    Another method might be to check out E*Bay ads showing (doing a search on) "Depression Glass" and seeing what comes up on display. You’ll get a good idea of what’s out there and whether you have a good deal or a fake. Many reputable E*Bay sellers will also tell you how to spot a fake.

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