Glass Antique
Vaseline Glass Tableware And Collectables – An Overview
What is Vaseline Glass?
The term “Vaseline glass” was first coined in the early twentieth century and refers to the pale yellow color of Uranium glass (similar to Petroleum jelly). Many pieces today are mislabeled as uranium glass when they are actually a pale yellow (to green) Depression glass. This distinction is extremely important to glass collectors however and when purchasing new or antique tableware items the generalization of this term can lead to problems.
Vaseline glass is a very specific type of tableware that is yellow in color and contains trace amounts of Uranium dioxide. This addition of Uranium (prior to melting the glass) will cause this style of glass to have a fluorescent green glow when exposed to a black light. This is the easiest way to determine if a piece can be considered Uranium glass or Depression glass. The amount of Uranium used has varied over time from negligible amounts (2%) to larger quantities up to 25%. The use of Uranium in the glass is considered harmless however.
Vaseline Production in the United States
The collecting of Vaseline glass items has been extremely popular since it was first mass produced. During the Victorian era especially it was an exciting way to bring color into the large and dark rooms of most houses. The intense color not only stood out against its austere surroundings but created a focal point in design as well.
In the early nineteenth century Vaseline glass was created in mass quantities but it waned in popularity by the early to mid twentieth century. There were a variety of reasons for the decrease in production including financial difficulties faced by the glass making industry, changes in public taste, the need for Uranium supplies in the war effort and the use of electricity in homes which changed the appearance of Vaseline glass from vibrant to a dull yellow hue.
Purchasing and Displaying Vaseline Glass
Antique and reproduction Vaseline glass pieces are readily available today for collectors. Determining if a piece is genuine Vaseline glass (meaning produced with Uranium not if it is an antique) or merely Depression glass is important prior to making any purchase. The use of the term Vaseline can range in different regions of the country and especially internationally so search specifically for “Uranium glass”.
Glass can be displayed in a variety of ways from small tables to cabinets. Since the glowing quality of Uranium glass is one of its most popular features it is a great idea to have a black light installed behind the glass to show this off. Care for your glass collection by storing it carefully on level surfaces when not in use or on display. Wrap pieces separately to avoid scratches and avoid breaks by keeping items level in strong boxes during transportation.
Building a glass collection is a wonderful and lifelong hobby that can provide years of enjoyment for several generations. Seek out high quality pieces and do your research – ask questions and remember that glass comes in a variety of forms and colors. Expand your Uranium glass collection further with of colors and styles of glassware as well.
About the Author
Kohn Coleman born in Michigan – received his Ph.D. from Iowa State University in 2000 – currently leads several online companies and ventures.
Antiques: Collecting Antique Glassware : Collecting Antique Glass & Glassware
|
|
Vintage Old Antique Metal Climax Glass Mail Letter Post Box Wall Mount $55.24 |
|
|
Kingston Brass Antique Brass Finish Templeton Glass Shelf 22″ $99.44 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Nickel/Crystal Glass Finest Passage Set $68.00 |
|
|
Lot 10 Vintage Antique Style 1-1/2″ PiNK Glass Knobs $49.99 |
|
|
Lot 10 Vintage Antique Style 1-1/4″ Clear Glass Knobs $35.99 |
|
|
Fine Passage Door Knob Set-Crystal Glass/Antique Brass $89.95 |
|
|
Vintage Schlage antique door knob “salesman sample” white glass $9.99 |
|
|
ANTIQUE VINTAGE 1930s Solid Wood Stained Interior Paneled Door Glass Knobs Hinge $99.99 |
|
|
Glass Passage Antique type door knob-ONE SIDE of Door $18.50 |
|
|
Lot of 4 Vintage Antique Drawer Pulls Knobs Glass Brass 1.25″ Single Screw 6615 $15.00 |
|
|
FREUER Antique Copper Glass Centerset Lavatory Faucet $39.99 |
|
|
Vintage Horse Head Glass Rosette Antique Old Curtain Horses Pin Western 6912 $99.95 |
|
|
ANTIQUE BLUE GLASS KNOBS WITH WHITE DOTS $20.99 |
|
|
Hardware Cabinet Door Panel Clock Rich Dark Wood w. Gold Design on Glass Antique $22.49 |
|
|
ANTIQUE EXTERIOR WOOD DOOR PANES GLASS 36 X 79 $350.00 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Nickel Vienna 180 Series Glass-to-Glass Hinge $102.49 |
|
|
Vintage glass handle pull knob antique $0.99 |
|
|
Lot 10 Vintage Antique Style 1-1/2″ PiNK Glass Knobs $44.99 |
|
|
Lot 8 Vintage Antique Style 1-1/4″ Clear Glass Knobs $32.99 |
|
|
Lot of 2 antique glass cabinet pulls and 3 knobs $19.99 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Forest Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-610-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Forest Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-610-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Forest Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-610-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Forest Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-610-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Forest Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-610-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
26×65 Antique Mission Oak Cabinet Door Wavy Glass Lites $99.95 |
|
|
Antique Glass Brick/Block-1932 $9.50 |
|
|
Lot 6 Vintage Ornate Antique Drawer Pulls Knobs Brass & Glass Sgl Screw 6613 $11.05 |
|
|
Pair of Antique Style Peacock Blue real glass knobs;Kitchen,Cabinet Pulls $4.99 |
|
|
Antique Brass Vienna 380 Series Adjustable 180 Degree Glass-to-Glass Hinge $145.91 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Copper Geneva 180 Series 180° Glass-To-Glass Standard Hinge $82.73 |
|
|
Pair of 1-1/2″Antique Style Depression Glass old Coca-Cola bottle green Knobs $9.50 |
|
|
Pair of Antique Style Depression Glass Old Coca-Cola bottle Green glass knobs $4.99 |
|
|
FREUER Antique Copper Glass Centerset Lavatory Faucet $39.99 |
|
|
Pair of Antique VTG Style Green Glass brass Drawers cabinets Knob Pull handle $9.99 |
|
|
Old vintage antique glass closet door knob w/ mortised lock mech skeleton $29.75 |
|
|
Kraus Golden Pearl Rectangular Glass Sink Antique Brass GVR-210-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Golden Pearl Rectangular Glass Sink Antique Brass GVR-210-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Golden Pearl Rectangular Glass Sink Antique Brass GVR-210-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Golden Pearl Rectangular Glass Sink Antique Brass GVR-210-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Golden Pearl Rectangular Glass Sink Antique Brass GVR-210-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-600-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-600-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-600-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-600-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Copper Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-600-19mm-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Aquamarine Glass Sink Antique Brass GVS-901FR-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Aquamarine Glass Sink Antique Brass GVS-901FR-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Aquamarine Glass Sink Antique Brass GVS-901FR-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Aquamarine Glass Sink Antique Brass GVS-901FR-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Aquamarine Glass Sink Antique Brass GVS-901FR-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Oceania Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVS-930-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Oceania Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVS-930-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Oceania Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVS-930-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Oceania Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVS-930-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Oceania Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVS-930-19mm-AB $184.95 |
|
|
Kraus Frosted Black Glass Vessel Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $209.95 |
|
|
Kraus Frosted Black Glass Vessel Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $209.95 |
|
|
Kraus Frosted Black Glass Vessel Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $209.95 |
|
|
Kraus Frosted Black Glass Vessel Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $209.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Clear Alexandrite Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $219.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Clear Alexandrite Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $219.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Clear Alexandrite Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $219.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Clear Alexandrite Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $219.95 |
|
|
Kraus 14″ Fire Opal Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-400-14-AB $134.95 |
|
|
Kraus 14″ Fire Opal Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-400-14-AB $134.95 |
|
|
Kraus 14″ Fire Opal Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-400-14-AB $134.95 |
|
|
Kraus 14″ Fire Opal Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-400-14-AB $134.95 |
|
|
Kraus 14″ Fire Opal Clear Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-400-14-AB $134.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear Glass Vessel Sink Frosted Clear Antique Brass GV-101FR-AB $124.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Oceania Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $259.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Oceania Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $259.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Oceania Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $259.95 |
|
|
Kraus Square Frosted Oceania Glass Sink and Bamboo Faucet Antique Bronze $259.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear 34mm Edge Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-150-19mm-AB $159.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear 34mm Edge Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-150-19mm-AB $159.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear 34mm Edge Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-150-19mm-AB $159.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear 34mm Edge Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-150-19mm-AB $159.95 |
|
|
Kraus Clear 34mm Edge Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GV-150-19mm-AB $159.95 |
|
|
Kraus Fire Opal Rectangular Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVR-400-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Fire Opal Rectangular Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVR-400-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Fire Opal Rectangular Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVR-400-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Fire Opal Rectangular Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVR-400-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Kraus Fire Opal Rectangular Glass Vessel Sink Antique Brass GVR-400-RE-AB $154.95 |
|
|
Antique Copper Bronze Glass Bathroom Bath Sink Faucet $28.24 |
|
|
Set/6 New Amber Jeweler Glass Knob Pulls Cabinet Vintage Antique Style Hardware $16.90 |
|
|
Antique White Geneva 545 Series 135 Degree Glass-to-Glass Hinge $109.24 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Copper Vienna 180 Series Glass-to-Glass Hinge $102.49 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Nickel Traditional Movable Wall Mounted Transom Glass Clamp $23.98 |
|
|
Antique Brushed Nickel Traditional Movable Glass-To-Glass Transom Glass Clamp $48.33 |
|
|
Antique Bronze Ceiling Mount “Sleeve Over” Glass Clamp $11.19 |
|
|
Lodge Logic LPGI3 Pro 20-by-10-7/16-Inch Cast-Iron Grill/Griddle $40.99 The American-based company Lodge has been fine-tuning its construction of rugged, cast-iron cookware for more than a century. No other metal is as long-lasting and works as well for spreading and retaining heat evenly during cooking. Lodge’s Logic line of cookware comes factory pre-seasoned with the company’s vegetable oil formula, and is ready to use right out of the box. This professional-size … |
|
|
Pyrex Prepware Measuring Cup, Clear with Red Measurements Pyrex Prepware 2-cup measuring cup includes 1-each 2-cup measuring cup with red graphics. Whether you are preparing a multi-course meal or simply a snack for one, Pyrex offers products which make food preparation a little easier, from beginning to end. There’s no substitute for Pyrex, the original glass bakeware. Introduced 90 years ago and made of a durable, high temperature material, Pyrex rema… |
|
|
Wabash Valley Farms 25008 Whirley-Pop Stovetop Popcorn Popper $19.89 There’s more to going to the movies than seeing the movie itself – it’s the popcorn! Now, with the Whirley Pop Popcorn Maker, you can make fluffy, delicious popcorn just like you get at the theater. The stay-cool hardwood handle turns the stainless steel paddle inside, preventing scorching and burning, and making certain every kernel pops up like it should. The steam vents on top allow moisture to… |
|
|
Trash to Cash-Episode 1-A Garage Sale Adventure w/Lynn Dralle (Your guide to buying & selling at online auctions like ebay & Yahoo.) [VHS] $2.99 Lynn Dralle is a 3rd generation antiques dealer. She is an eBay Power Seller who sells up to $20,000 a month at online auction. She is an award winning author and her books I Buy and I Sell will help you keep track of what you buy and what you sell at online auction. In this episode, follow Lynn Dralle from Garage Sale to Garage Sale as she buys a carload full of stuff. Some of these finds are… |
|
|
Lalique Glass The Collectors Series $24.95 Traces the Techniques and Innovations of Lalique Artists. Advice for Collectors. How to avoid defects, fakes and forgeries. Sample Sotheb’s Auction Prices…. |
|
|
Yo Gabba Gabba!: The Dancey Dance Bunch $8.68 A hip Nick Jr. show for toddlers that’s both entertaining and educational, Yo Gabba Gabba features human host DJ Lance Rock and five colorfully costumed characters who dance, sing, and play together while learning about things like friendship, differences, and problem solving. “Friends” finds the Dancey Dance Bunch playing together and discovering the importance of respecting one another and “Danc… |
|
|
Smells Like Pawn Spirit $1.99 … |
|
|
Mile High Club $1.99 … |
|
|
3 Bundles Zen Pipe Cleaners Hard Bristle – 132 Count $1.22 Quick & to the point. 3 bundles of ZEN pipe cleaners hard bristle, there are 44 in each bundle, giving you a 132 TOTAL!! Each pipe cleaner measures appromiately 6 inches long, making cleaning even easier. ZEN the name you know & can trust for all your cleaning needs & 420 help!! These are the ideal length for many PRE-SCHOOL, KINDERGARTEN, ELEMENTARY & JR. AND HIGH SCHOOL TEACHERS, AS WELL AS SU… |
|
|
Bulbrite 134019 40W Nostalgic Edison Squirrel Cage-style Bulb $8.25 40 watt 120 volt Medium Screw (E26) Base 1910 Squirrel Cage Style Nostalgic Incandescent Bulbrite Light Bulb… |
This entry was posted on Tuesday, June 21st, 2005 at 1:42 am and is filed under Uncategorized. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.