Hi Chrissy-g and Allan
I have checked my copy of Gary's listing (all 64 pages of it!), there is NO entry for Variety Glass
The only mention of Variety is under Tom Mosser, where Variety and and Mosser Glass Inc. are listed as factory associations.
Under Ray Bichard, the description is: Painted designs, scenes, nameplates for encasement - there is no mention of a "v" signature only RB, Bichard, D for Degenhart and M for Mosser.
Hope this helps
Best regards
Derek