Antique Spotlight -- Depression Glass - Museums
Although the Depression years were technically 1929 to 1941, the term "Depression glass" refers to American-manufactured glassware produced from the early 1920s through the end of World War II. Depression glass expert Gene Florence defined two . [... more]
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Antique Spotlight - American Costume Jewelry - Museums
By the middle of the 19th century, American industry was booming and the jewelry trade was rapidly expanding. But the finest pieces were still imported from England and France, and most American jewelers were trained in the European tradition. By ... [... more]
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How To Handle & Store Your Glass & China - Museums
A: Very carefully! Glass and china are fragile and breakable, so it is important to exercise great caution when handling or moving pieces. Handle only ONE piece at a time and hold it with BOTH hands. Never pick up a piece by its handle or neck ... [... more]
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Identifying Glass and China Makers' Marks - Museums
Glass and china have many secrets to share with us, if you know where to look. Deciphering the words and symbols on a piece will yield all kinds of information! Here's what you need to know to get started. You are more likely to find a makers' ... [... more]
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Identifying Glass and China Patterns - Museums
Identifying a glass or china pattern can be an extremely tedious process. When you are first starting out, the best thing to do is visit your local library and start flipping through some books. If you are lucky enough to have identified the ... [... more]
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Turn of the Century and Flapper Brides - Museums
This is the sixth in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Late Victorian Brides - Museums
This is the fifth in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Brides in the Civil War Era - Museums
This is the fourth in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Brides in the 1930s, 1940s, & 1950s - Museums
This is the seventh in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Brides in the New World - Museums
This is the second in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Early Brides - Museums
This is the first in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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Modern Brides - Museums
This is the eighth in a series of articles about the evolution of bridal fashion. We will begin with early brides and go up through the modern age. Each article will feature a museum that currently has wedding gowns on display to visit. Keep ... [... more]
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