Windsor, coincidentally another pattern from Jeanette, first reached Depression-era consumers in 1936. Because of its popularity – which translated to “sales” – Jeanette continued to produce Windsor for next 11 years, completing its run in 1946. Also available in 37 pieces, Windsor could be bought in six colors: green, pink, blue, ruby, dark green, and crystal. The appeal of Windsor design lay in its similarity to cut-glass look that became so popular toward end of 1930s and lasted well into 40s.

These two patterns claim a place as classics among collectors, but so do many of other 90 designs that lie alphabetically between Adam and Windsor. Hopefully, your appetite has been whetted enough to learn about at least some of remaining patterns – like Avocado, very first pattern, made in 1923; or English Hobnail, first manufactured in 1928 and continuing on until 1983; or Radiance, a Depression-era glassware made well enough that New Martinsville Glass Company eschewed typical designs used to cover up flaws in other patterns; or … list goes on.

Both Adam and Windsor patterns, classics among collectors, are but two of many patterns coveted by Depression Glass fans world over. Hopefully this bit of information about a fraction of 90 designs that lie between will suffice to whet appetites of novice Depression Glass aficionados enough to further their knowledge of rest. And once accomplishing this, patterns from remaining dozen or so glassware companies that produced Depression Glass await investigation. It’s easy to see why Depression Glass collectors become collectors for life!

Until next time,

Murray Hughes http://www.DepressionGlassSecrets.com

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Step 3 – Subscribe to magazines, newsletters, and other periodicals that focus on collecting Depression Glass. The National Depression Glass Association offers an online newsletter subscription on its site at www.ndga.net, and Collector’s News, a print magazine, frequently features articles of interest to Depression Glass fans.

Step 4 – Meet and make friends with an expert! There’s nothing like having a mentor to guide you when you’re in process of learning something new – especially about Depression Glass. Such tips as learning to use your tactile sense of feel to detect chips and cracks, holding a piece up to light to help determine its authenticity, and other helpful information usually come from personal relationships. Attending shows, joining clubs, and visiting antique shops all provide opportunities to make friends with people who’ve been involved in collecting Depression Glass – some for as long as 40 or 50 years.

The most important thing to remember when you begin your Depression Glass hobby, however, is to have fun! Even if you do make a mistake, get occasionally “rooked” with a fake, or buy or sell something you later regret, you’ll always have experience of appreciating an interesting and fascinating hobby. And then, when you do make find of your life – well, that’s what it’s all about! All those “mistakes” soon become laughable, fond memories when you proudly display your wonderful Depression Glass discovery!

So get out there and make your start today or look for next beautiful piece to add to your growing collection.

Until next time,

Murray Hughes http://www.DepressionGlassSecrets.com

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