Antique And Collectible Glass

The Antique Magnifying Glass -- A Unique Item for Your Collection

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:04:34 -0600

Do you enjoy collecting unique items from days past? Or maybe you are a collector of maps, stamps or other items with which magnification is used. If so, an antique magnifying glass would make a great addition to your collection. Also sometimes called a hand lens, a magnifying glass is used to make things look bigger. It is a convex lens with a handle that makes it easy to carry and store. The magnifying glass is a symbol associated with Sherlock Holmes and other classic detective stories as years ago, it may have been used by detectives for finding clues. Tags: Antique Magnifying Glass

Types of Antique Glass Ware

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:04:34 -0600

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. Tags: Antique Glass Ware

What are Antique Glass Insulators?

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:04:34 -0600

If you are seeking a unique type of glass collectible, consider antique glass insulators. Glass insulators are items that were first used in the mid 19th century. They kept electric and communication wires such as telegraph and telephone wires dry and protected. Insulators were created after the invention of electricity. The electricity needed to be moved between one place and another safely and efficiently. Glass insulators were important because they dried fast when wet, were nonconducting and kept the wires and poles apart. Tags: Antique Glass Insulators

Information About Antique Window Glass for Collectors

Tue, 27 Jul 2010 12:04:34 -0600

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. Tags: Antique Window Glass