Book Description
Since the first edition of Collectors Encyclopedia of Depression Glass was released in 1972, it has been Americas #1 bestselling glass book. Gene and Cathy Florence now present this completely revised seventeenth edition with 156 patterns and almost 400 beautiful color photographs. With the assistance of several nationally known dealers, this book illustrates, as well as realistically prices, items in demand. Dealing primarily with the glass made from the 1920s through the end of the 1930s, this beautiful reference book contains stunning color photographs, vintage catalog pages, updated values, and a special section on reissues and fakes. In addition, for the first time all the pieces in the photographs are identified and cross-referenced with their listings. This dependable information comes from years of research, experience, fellow dealers and collectors, and millions of miles traveled by full-time glass dealers Gene and Cathy Florence, Americas leading glassware authorities.
Customer Reviews:
An Essential for New Collectors.......2007-09-06
Like many people who collect depression glass, I stumbled into it while breaking up housekeeping in my grandmother's house last summer. As we went through her cabinets and packed up the things she couldn't take to her assisted living facility, I found numerous pieces of pretty colored glass that I took simply because I enjoyed the various colors and patterns. When my mom suggested that some of it was depression-era glass, I went to the library and found a previous edition of the Florence's book and went nuts when I saw what these pieces were worth. My grandma did too! Later that fall, the book was indispensible when we were cleaning out my great-grandmother's house to put it up for auction. I found 5 large boxes full of glass. This book was very useful in helping catagorize what I had, and how much to insure all of it for.
This edition of the book is great because of it's photographs of each pattern. It makes it very easy to identify a lot of pieces just on sight. It also contains extremely useful information on reproductions which is fantastic to have when looking for glass, particularily at flea markets, estate sales and online where a lot of people mislabel patterns. The pricing is also helpful so you can see when people are simply trying to make a huge profit, rather than asking a reasonable amount.
The reason I only gave this book 4 stars, though, is because there are many patterns that are not included in this edition. In the foreward, it's stated that not all patterns are contained because it would cause the price of the book to increase. However, by excluding several patterns, you are forced to purchase another book which means spending more money as well. The book is also difficult to bring along to antique stores because of it's size--most stores won't let you bring in a large purse or bag. But overall, if you are a new collector or looking to become one, this is an important book to have in your library.
depression glass.......2007-09-06
If you are interested in depression glass you will love this book! It is full of useful information.
Review for Collector's Enclyclopedia of Depression Glass .......2007-06-26
The book has a well written narrative for each pattern along with photographs so that you can identify the dishes you have in your collections. There also is a guide provided to give you an idea of the value of your dish. A very useful product for the average consumer if you are estate sale shopping or having a garage sale.
Not what I would consider an Encyclopedia.......2007-05-13
In my opinion, this book was a big disappointment. I was expecting more of an "Encyclopedia." The book provides incomplete lists of what specific pieces make a complete set in a particular color/pattern. The photos are lacking in detail making pattern identification difficult and/or just plain lacking so you can't determine what a particular piece to a set should even look like. A better title would be "Examples of Depression Glass and Values."
Nice compliment to Warmans Field Guide.......2007-02-16
Good information, especially on how to spot reproductions. I also like the extensive photos of different pattern pieces.
Book Description
This best-selling field guide is now available in full-color. Warman's Depression Glass Field Guide is an indispensable and portable tool for collectors, appraisers and enthusiasts who want to identify highly collectible and desirable Depression Glass.
The book features thousands of listings and up-to-date prices for Depression glass, with 500 full color photos and illustrations, giving collectors a look at the most popular and rare pieces on the market. It also includes quick-find shape and pattern guides, as well as pattern and manufacturer indexes to aid collectors in identifying pieces. Its portable size is perfect for the collector on the go.
-Convenient portable size -500 photographs--now in FULL COLOR -Features shape and pattern guides, and pattern and manufacturer indexes
Customer Reviews:
Don't Rely on These Values.......2007-09-06
This book is a fantastic take-along for going to antique stores and garage sales and the like. It contains several helpful sections to help you identify patterns including a catagorized section of borders (birds, floral, art deco, etc.) and a shape guide which is primarily useful when looking for plates and serving pieces. All of the photos of actual pieces are in color. This book also contains several patterns that Gene Florence's Collector's Encyclopedia of Depression Glass does not.
One thing about this book that needs to be mentioned is the large discrepency in value for many pieces between the Warman's guide and Florence's guide. I don't know if this is because this edition is already 3 years old or what. You may feel like you are getting an incredible deal when you are actually not. This book also doesn't contain much information on each pattern except for the basics and it doesn't have much good information on reproductions.
This is a great field guide for glass, but it's good to have a back-up, more recent guide for values.
Warman's Depression Glass.......2007-02-17
Lovely descriptive book. Found several of my pieces immediately. Will be a great reference book for my collection.
book review.......2006-11-12
this is an excellent book. received it promptly and in new condition.
This is the best field guide I've ever seen.......2006-02-17
I love this book and recommend it to any collector of depression glass, especially if you are anovice. The thumbnail guides are easy to use and great for identifying just about any pattern. This has become my bible for identifying and valuing auction buys and yard sale finds. I hope Warmans considers another volume to acccomodate some of the patterns not covered in detail in this book.
I use it all the time!!!.......2003-12-20
I purchased this book about 3 months ago and have almost worn the cover off of it already. I like the thumbnails in the beginning of the book that help you quickly identify the pattern. Although the photos are in black and white, I feel that I am able to identify the patterns quite easily. It is also small enough to fit into my purse or coat pocket when I go to auctions. I think I am getting a much better grasp of various patterns by using this book. I would recommend this to anyone who is interested in a take-along book. I would also recommend having accesss to Warman's regular edition of Depression Glass for further reference.
Book Description
Many new photos and new discoveries and information make this book indispensable to all glass collectors and dealers. More than 5,000 items are showcased in beautiful professional color photos with descriptions and values. Many new finds and exceptionally rare pieces have been added. The highly collectible glass from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s fills the nearly 300 pages, in addition to the ever-popular Fire King glassware. This comprehensive encyclopedia provides an easy to use format, showing items by color, shapes, or patterns. The collector will enjoy the pages of glass, from colorful juice reamers, shakers, rare and unusual glass knives, to the mixing bowls and baking dishes we still find in our kitchen cupboards. The price guide has been revised to reflect the current collector market. 272 pages. 2005 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt Pepper Shakers. REVIEW: Written by America's top authority on Depression glass, this is undeniably the definitive reference on kitchen glassware. The highly collectible glass from the Depression era through the 1960s fills its pages, in addition to the ever-popular Fire-King and Pyrex glassware. In an easy-to-use format, more than 5,000 items are showcased. -John Alvey
Customer Reviews:
Kitchen glassware identification.......2006-06-11
This book goes everywhere with me! I've bought a lot of reference books, and it's definitely one of the best.
KITCHEN GLASSWARE IDENTIFICATION.......2006-03-22
THIS BOOK IS NOT ONLY A NECESSITY TO USE TO KNOW THE VALUE OF ANTIQUE GLASSWARE, IT SO INTERESTING JUST TO BROWSE THROUGH WITH ALL THE COLORFUL GLASSWARE AND ITEMS YOU HAVEN'T SEEN IN YEARS AND SOME I'VE NEVER SEEN. I'VE REALLY ENJOYED LOOKING AT THIS BOOK OVER AND OVER AGAIN.
it's a keeper.......2006-03-12
An excellent resource superior to their book on Oven Ware. I would highly recommend. Lots of pictures and values.
Life Saver.......2005-10-24
I have been using Florence's books for research and pricing. What a world of help and knowledge!!!I recommend this book for those, like me, who are new and need a helping hand and guidance as well as for those who have been in the business for years. My thanks!!!
An always learning, collector........2005-09-07
This is a beautiful book, well organized, clear photographs, with many "don't get fooled" tips.
Customer Reviews:
Wow! So many patterns!.......2006-11-14
I had no idea how many types of Early American Pattern Glass there were. This book has a section on history, manufacturers and reproductions as well as listings with drawings of glassware in this category. Like the previous reviewer, I felt photos would have been better than drawings because the drawings are too small to pick out details to help identify specific patterns easily. Maybe a combination of drawings with photos would be nice, however, I am sure finding examples of all the glassware could be rather difficult! Many of us see older glassware and think "Grandma had that", never realizing that Grandma's grandmother actually had it first! This book would be an excellent addition to a reference library on Early American Pattern Glass, but definitely don't use it exclusively to identify glassware of this type.
Warman's Pattern Glass.......2000-03-27
This book was organized in a very concise easy-to-use fashion, giving manufactuers' and other pattern names for each design illustrated. The only drawback that I found with this book was the fact that the illustrations were not always as accurate as a photograph would have been.
Book Description
Kovels' Depression Glass and Dinnerware, Seventh Edition, is a must for beginners as well as more experienced collectors. You'll find factory histories, information on makers and marks, and thousands of current prices for:
* More than 200 Depression glass patterns, with photos and line drawings
* Ceramic dinnerware patterns from the 1920s to the 1980s -- the patterns seen most often at shops and flea markets
* Collectible plastic dinnerware -- included here for the first time
Plus special features for collectors:
* Sixteen-page full-color report featuring great photos of collectible dishes that can brighten your table
* Lists of clubs and publications for collectors
The Kovels' name stands for the most accurate reporting of current prices in today's market. Take advantage of the Kovels' expertise -- and make it your own.
Customer Reviews:
The Kovels are the best!.......2004-07-20
No collector's or dealer's library is complete without this book by the Kovel's.
Great Book.......2003-04-14
This book was well worth buying! Had the patterns I was interested, plus more, I've even started new collections from patterns I saw in this book. Great pictures, too. The Kovels did it again!
Incomplete, not recommended especially the beginner.......2001-03-23
This was the first reference book I purchased when I began collecting depression glass. Although there are color photos, few patterns are represented. The patterns of manufacturers are line listed at the end of the depression glass section but quite a few of the patterns are not represented in the detail (the most important) section of the book. Representation of the patterns detailed are in a very poor quality black and white, making it difficult to match a piece of glassware with the pattern. Although Kovel seems to be a well respected authority in a number of collectible arenas, I saw no sign of expertise in this book. I would not recommend this book to anyone especially beginners.
Kovels Depression Glass & Dinnerware Price List - 6th Editio.......2000-05-18
Super pictures to help identify types of glass, with good history of each. Exciting to see the actual worth of items. Perfect size book (not bulky) to take with you when exploring the antique stores. I highly recommend this book.
Book Description
Whether a newcomer to Depression era glassware or an old pro, the new edition of this time-honored standard is a must-have reference for any collector. Featuring exquisitely detailed line drawings of more than 150 of the most popular glass patterns, this book takes the guesswork out of identifying Depression glassware. The new edition features a color section, thousands of listings, and updated pricing, as well as reproduction and reissue alerts that give beginners valuable information and insight so they can buy and sell with confidence. Clear, concise, and indispensable, Depression Era Glassware is the book collectors can build their collection around.
• Detailed line drawings of the most popular patterns • New 8-page color section • Updated pricing for thousands of listings
Customer Reviews:
An End To My Confusion.......2004-11-29
I have solved many mysteries of Depression Era Glass patterns on unmarked pieces through the use of this wonderful, well documented guide. Although this guide presents a small insert of colored pictures the bulk of the pages provide "drawings" in black and white which are actually quite helpful in determining the pattern you are matching. In addition, pattern names, manufacturers and years of manufacturing are provided.
As a dealer I find the value guides helpful and they are separated by item category, color and value range. The author is honest enough in the introduction to advise you to depend on other references for value accuracy in the ever changing market, particularly with the advent of internet auctions. This book has been extremely helpful as a reference guide and is a welcome addition to my glassware book library.
Values are clear, need more examples........2004-02-24
I found that the values were very helpful, but since mostly all that was shown pattern-wise was the plate, it was a bit difficult for me to identify some other pieces.
Exceptional Book for Identification.......2003-11-05
As a new collector of depression era glass, I found this book to be incredibly helpful with identification. The line drawings are clear - the reader has no doubt of the pattern (sometimes photos can be unclear due to the nature of glass). I also appreciate the value ranges given and, of special value to me, each pattern has info on what pieces have been reproduced or reissued.
A variety of patterns from the era in unmistakable relief.......2002-06-06
Now in an expanded and fully updated fourth edition, Depression Era Glassware Identification And Value Guide, glassware specialist Carl F. Luckey is a straightforward guide enabling the reader to competently and confidently recognize and fairly price classic works of 1930s glassware artifacts. While most of the glassware illustrations are in simple black and white, Depression Era Glassware is impressively enhanced with an insert section of superb color photography, all combine to present a variety of patterns from the era in unmistakable relief. The price guide is extensive and lists price ranges for individual pieces of varying sizes. Depression Era Glassware is an excellent, indispensable, authoritative resource for dealers and collectors.
Finally! Line drawings to end my confusion........2000-08-14
I have many other books that show depression glass and all of them are great. But this book shows the patterns in line drawings. Sometimes pictures of glass patterns are not as clear as they could be. This book shows a drawing of each pattern and lets you really study it. I found it very helpful in sorting out the initial confusion that new comers sometimes have. Now that I am an 'old pro', I still find myself using this book just to be on the 'safe' side.
Book Description
This eleventh edition holds more than 100 new photographs, listings, and updated values. Featured is the handmade and acid-etched glassware that was sold in department and jewelry stores from the Depression era through the 1950s, not the dimestore and giveaway items known as Depression glass. As always, glassware authorities Gene and Cathy Florence have added many new discoveries, 12 additional patterns, and re-photographed many items from the previous books. Large group settings are included for each of the more than 100 patterns, as well as close-ups to show pattern details. The famous glassmakers presented include Fenton, Cambridge, Heisey, Tiffin, Imperial, Duncan Miller, U.S. Glass, and Paden City. The Florences provide a list of all known pieces, with colors and measurements, along with 2005 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt Pepper Shakers.
Customer Reviews:
Only rating the shipper........2006-07-04
The shipment arrived very very fast, the book stinks but that is not the shippers problem.
This book has already paid for its self........2005-03-08
This book is a little large to be carrying around, however I still do carry it to places that I already know will have the pattern I am looking for.
The forward describes "Elegant" glassware as handmade and acid etched glassware that was sold by department and jewelry stores during the Depression era through the 1950's, differentiating it from the dime store and giveaway glass that has become known as Depression glass. The word "Elegant" has become "official" nomenclature among today's dealers for designating handmade glass.
It is well organized with the glass patterns in alphabetical order and the prices in columns by color of glass. Most of the pictures are color and have good enough definition to identify what you are looking at. There are a contents by pattern and a contents by company.
Book Description
Hundreds of new photos, listings and updated values. Handmade and acid-etched glassware sold in department and jewelry stores are featured. Included are 10 additional patterns and re-photographed items from previous books. Large group settings are included for each of the more than 100 patterns, as well as close-ups to show pattern details. Fenton, Cambridge, Heisey, Tiffin, Imperial, Duncan Miller, U.S. Glass, and Paden City are all included. 2003 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt Pepper Shakers. REVIEW: Written by America's top authority on Depression glass, this book features the handmade and acid-etched glassware that was sold in department and jewelry stores from the Depression era through the 1950s, not the dimestore give-away glass known as Depression glass. Gene Florence has added many new finds, as always, once again making this one of Collector Books' bestselling glassware titles. -John Alvey
Customer Reviews:
This book has already paid for its self........2004-11-05
This book is a little large to be carrying around, however I still do carry it to places that I already know will have the pattern I am looking for.
The forward describes "Elegant" glassware as handmade and acid etched glassware that was sold by department and jewelry stores during the Depression era through the 1950's, differentiating it from the dime store and giveaway glass that has become known as Depression glass. The word "Elegant" has become "official" nomenclature among today's dealers for designating handmade glass.
It is well organized with the glass patterns in alphabetical order and the prices in columns by color of glass. Most of the pictures are color and have good enough definition to identify what you are looking at. There is a contents by pattern and a contents by company.
Elegant Glassware of the Depression Era.......2002-10-12
This is a beautiful book. Mr. Florence out-did himself with this one! It is so easy to read, is laid out so beautifully, the information is complete and the photography is outstanding. I respect Gene Florence's expertise and would make this my "Bible" for information on Elegant Glassware.
Book Description
After many years of research, Florence has compiled an extraordinary book to help identify the hundreds of candlestick patterns made during the Depression era. Companies and patterns are listed alphabetically within the major sections which are divided by color. More than 500 different candlesticks are shown in full-color photographs. Many famous glassmakers are included, such as Heisey, Cambridge, Fostoria, and Tiffin. The descriptive text for each candleholder includes pattern, maker, color, and height, as well as a current collector value. 2000 values. AUTHORBIO: A collector since childhood, Gene Florence's hobby of buying and selling glassware turned into a full-time career. First writing a book on Depression Glass, Florence has gone on to author many popular glassware titles including books on Depression Glass; Occupied Japan Collectibles; Kitchen Glassware; Very Rare Glassware; 40s, 50s, 60s Glassware;Elegant Glassware; Stemware; Glassware Pattern Identification; Anchor Hocking's Fire-King; Glass Candlesticks; and Salt Pepper Shakers. REVIEW: This book is a thorough and complete single-volume encyclopedia featuring every department store special, every Barbie doll exclusive, and every Collector Series Barbie doll and fashion released since 1972. This edition includes over 75 dolls not seen in the previous edition and now features the enormously popular Silkstone Barbie Fashion Model Collection. -Scott Kramer
Customer Reviews:
A pick any owner of Volume 1 needs.......2006-08-06
Gene & Cathy Florence's Glass Candlesticks Of The Depression Era, Volume 2: Identification And Value provides a secondary volume of addition candles collected since the author's first volume, presenting the same easy organization by maker and the fine color photos which lend to quick identification. From patterns and color notes to sizes and valuation, Glass Candlesticks, Volume 2 is a pick any owner of Volume 1 needs.
Glass Candlesticks.......2001-11-05
Very beautiful pictures, but limited. Wish Florence has used a different format instead of listing by color. It would have been helpful if he had stated the colors and etchings available for each candlestick.
Candlesticks.......2000-06-08
This book is a very colorful and well written book. However, I expected to see many more pictures of candlesticks than are offered in this book. There is 165 pages of candlesticks with 2 - 3 examples per page, which is probably around the amount made during the Depression Era. Florence gives the company name, the pattern, color, size and mint value. The photos are great and I believe this book is valuable to those just getting into collecting candlesticks from this era.
Book Description
The first of two new volumes, this book contains material from authentic catalogs of the 1920s, which depict styles of authentic residential (ceiling, sconces, lamps), commercial, and outdoor lighting that illuminated America during the Depression era. Companies represented include Gill Glass and Fixture Company, Gillinder and Sons Inc., Meletio Electrical Supply Co., and Halcolite Company, Inc. The styles shown span the eras from the daring Art Deco to the classics. 2001 values. AUTHORBIO: The late Jo Ann Thomas, along with her husband Francis, specialized in old lighting for years, buying and selling from coast to coast. They sold to restaurants and even a dealer in Los Angeles who leased fixtures to the movie industry. REVIEW: This book is the fourth in a five-volume set by noted Indian relics authority Lar Hothem. The hundreds of arrowheads and artifacts featured will be invaluable to collectors, and the book has no repeats from his other volumes.
Customer Reviews:
Not quite as bad as all that.......2007-08-06
The previous reviewer says "this book also didn't give the dates of when the lights were originally made so you can't use it to date a light of your own if you want to." This is not accurate. While Volume I did not include dates for the various catalogs reprinted and priced, it did state that the fixtures are from the 1920's. Volume II, however, covers the 1930's and includes the date of publication for each catalog.
My problem with the series is that the books are only a collection of old catalogs with guesses as to the prices of the items. No real life values are shown, auction or flea market. It is an interesting collection, but almost useless as a price guide.
lighting of the depression era.......2006-02-25
this book was pretty good lot of good picture but would of liked them all to be in color,this book also didnt give the dates of when the lights were orignally made so you can't use it to date a light of your own if you want to.
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Florence's Glassware Pattern Identification Guide: Easy Identification for Glassware from the 1920s Through the 1960s
Mauzy's Depression Glass: A Photographic Reference With Prices (Schiffer Book for Collectors)
Warman's Depression Glass Field Guide: Values And Identification (Warman's Field Guides)
Kitchen Glassware of the Depression Years: Identification & Values (Kitchen Glassware of the Depression Years)
Pocket Guide to Depression Glass & More 1920s-1960s (Pocket Guide to Depression Glass & More)
