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Glass Identification - Post here for all ID requests => Glass => Topic started by: paddles on October 12, 2009, 02:57:15 AM
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Hi, while going through a box of my grandmothers things the other day, we came across this. We would like to know what it is, where it is from etc. I would like to write this down for future information. All I know is that it came down to me from my grandmothers mother. (Possibly was bought over from England?) any information would be appreciated. Thank you in advance.
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It appears to me to be a flower frog.......
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I sort of figured that one :-[ I was wondering what sort of glass? it is? is it depression glass? Carnival glass? etc. does anyone know when and where it would have been made? (Sorry I was unclear on what I was looking for) I have searched the net, and can't find anything remotely like it.
I know nothing about glass manufacture, collecting etc. (Not intending to start) but just would like to ensure that future generations (My sons) know what it is, and where it came from, as well as the family history involved. (I also want to know if using it is ok? or weather it should be packed away somewhere safe)
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Can we see the underside of both parts please. My gut is telling me that this is no older than 1930s. It's not carnival glass and it's not depression glass. My guess would be European. Whatever, I don't think it is particularly valuable. It is made by press moulding.
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It is an unusual piece, as far as posey rings go, as they don't usually have a filled-in area under the frog (central part with holes). 1930's-1950's would be my thoughts also. I would GUESS Bagley or Davidson.
As for value, I wouldn't say anything great, but then one of my own Bagley items currently for auction is really surprising me. If you're looking to sell, then xmas's approach is always a good time. Best of luck. :)
Stu.
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I don't want to sell it, I just want to know about it. It's monetary value is irrelevant. It is a family piece, it's value to us, is sentimental, not monetary. (I knew it wouldn't be worth a lot) it's more a case keeping track of family hierlooms. and knowing what they are.
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It's not Bagley. Base pictures would help with ID
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Didn't mean to offend by mentioning money. :) Often it's nice to know values for individual/accumulative insurance. I often "put my foot" in it though! :)
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I'm not offended, I should imagine many people try to get values on things, but as we all know, in the collectables market, the value of something can vary enormously with time (Things come into fashion, or go out of fashion) After grilling my mother yesterday, She thinks that it was given to nana as a wedding present (1939) (See what happens when things don't get written down?)
I was just given this box of stuff from nana, and told, some of it is worth keeping! (My mother is not sentimental) I like to use stuff, not pack it away in a cupboard, but I also Like to know what it is. there was also the thought in my head, that this might be valuable,or rare, and as such the risks involved in using it, it getting chipped etc, might preclude me actually using it. I know glass flower frogs are common, but since I couldn't find one remotely like it, I thought it might be worth finding out what it is first.
I will take some photos of the base today, but there are no markings (Hallmarks etc) although my husband swears that there is writing "regd no " I can't see it tho.
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Hi, TT,
Many members are wary of offering any info, regarding value, for a very simple reason.
In this modern, often, very litigious world, unless you are carrying heavyweight public liability and professional indemnity insurance, one is probably better off saying nothing about values. As many posters are not qualified or professional valuers....... who wants to be sued for an innocent comment regarding price/value......????
That is why I and many others, will not be drawn over valuations. It is not really our role.
Sorry,
M
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If your husband could find the number to go with the Regd No, we may be laughing. Get the magnifying glass out ;D
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The reg Number is key!!!!!!! :) :) :) :) :) :)
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regd No 813115.
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Regd No 813115 Sowerby & Co 19-Jun-1936 see hear
http://www.great-glass.co.uk/glass%20notes/regnos10.htm . Nice piece display it use it and get enjoyment from it. That's what it was made for and every time you look at it remember your dear old Nana that's what i say. Yours Mark
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Confirmed as Sowerby, pictured in the 1936 Pottery Gazette advert on Glen Thistlewood's Sowerby's Ellison Glass Works Vol 2, George V to Elizabeth II, CD. Described in the Pottery Gazette article as the "Primrose" flower center - a combination of posy ring and flower [holder] centre.
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thank you all for your help. It is now sitting in the middle of the dining room table with flowers arranged! :thup:
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I had an inkling it could be Sowerby from the flower block but needed to see it's underside to compare with mine. Would you humour me please and post a picture when you've taken the flowers out. I'm working on a theory about another item
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...and a picture of this beauty with flowers arranged, PLEASE :ghug:
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Definatly Sowerby Ellison Glass Works. We have one in our Museum! (The Museum of 20th British Domestic Glass 1900-2000). www.nazeing-glass.com/museum
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The back... for what it looks likeLOL
Sorry it took me a little while, the camera is playing up. if you need a different shot? let me know.
sorry I can't put a shot up with flowers atm, I had put some bromiliad flowers in, but they did not keep well. Oh well. When the kangaroo paw is in full flower I'll post a pic, but can you tell me, suggest what sort of flowers would look best?
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Primroses. :)
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Thank you, just what I wanted.
Something with heads of a decent size that look good with short stems. Medium size daisy things might do it
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I'm told, that the only time nana used it was when the hydrangas were out.... Hmmmm, I could plant a hydranga :rn: :24:
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Clever nana :clap: dried hydrangea: attractive autumn colours and NO water staining! :thup: