http://antiqueglass.finestchandeliers.com Antique And Collectible Glass News en-us Copyright 2012 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54:33 -0700 http://antiqueglass.finestchandeliers.com/antiqueglassarticles/antique-glass-ware.phpAntique Glass Ware<p>At the time of its introduction, carnival glass was called Iridescent Ware because of its shiny metallic finish that changed color with when the piece hit the light or was moved around. Popular colors included purple, orange, green and even white. White carnival glass is sometimes called milk glass. There was even a type of carnival glass called Radium Glassware which featured small amounts of radium salt to produce a green glow under ultraviolet light. At the time, the hazards of uranium were not understood. It wasn't until the 1950s that carnival glass got its name. <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Antique+Glass+Ware" rel="tag">Antique Glass Ware</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54:33 -0700 http://antiqueglass.finestchandeliers.com/antiqueglassarticles/antique-window-glass.phpAntique Window Glass<p>You may want to look into antique beveled glass which is beautiful because it features designs. It is similar in appearance to stained glass except the glass is clear, not colored. At antique shops you may be able to find old window glass. If you cannot, the Internet is a fantastic source. At press time there are a great deal of choices listed on Ebay for reasonable prices. You can find beveled glass, stained glass and much more. Just make sure you buy from a seller with positive feedback and check the shipping costs to make sure they are not too expensive. <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Antique+Window+Glass" rel="tag">Antique Window Glass</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54:33 -0700 http://antiqueglass.finestchandeliers.com/antiqueglassarticles/antique-leaded-cut-glass-pitcher.phpAntique Leaded Cut Glass Pitcher<p>If you were to ask a group of experts what qualifies as antique, you may get a variety of answers. The majority opinion says that an antique is an item that is at least 100 years old. Anything that is less than 100 years old may be defined as a collectible, vintage or retro piece. Lead glass contains lead crystal and is heavier than regular glass. This glass contains a small amount of lead oxide. Many antique glass pieces are leaded glass. An example of a common antique of this type would be an antique leaded cut glass pitcher. <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Antique+Leaded+Cut+Glass+Pitcher" rel="tag">Antique Leaded Cut Glass Pitcher</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54:33 -0700 http://antiqueglass.finestchandeliers.com/antiqueglassarticles/antique-glass-oil-lamps.phpAntique Glass Oil Lamps<p>Antique glass oil lamps are popular with many collectors because of their beauty and value. Not only that, but these lamps are even functional if you are a person who wants an antique that can actually be used as well as displayed. These lamps were used before the invention of electricity and can still function today in the event of a power outage. You can actually use a lamp that was once used to heat a colonial or Victorian home. There are a variety of styles and time periods from which you can choose when collecting oil lamps. <b>Tags: </b><a href="http://technorati.com/tag/Antique+Glass+Oil+Lamps" rel="tag">Antique Glass Oil Lamps</a></p>Mon, 06 Feb 2012 13:54:33 -0700