This glossary serves as a reference guide to the makers and patterns represented in my collection. Entries are organised first by known pattern numbers, followed by alphabetised items where no number has been recorded. Where a maker is known but the pattern is not, pieces are listed by item type. This archive is updated regularly as new information becomes available and as additional examples are identified.
Ankerglass Bernsdorf.
Ankerglas traces its origins to 1872 in Bernsdorf, Saxony, where it began as Glasfabrik Gebrüder Hoffmann. The factory specialised in pressed domestic glass, producing tableware, trinket sets, and moulded decorative pieces that became widely used across Central Europe. In 1941, during wartime restructuring, the Hoffmann family name was removed from the company, and production continued under the Ankerglas identity. Throughout the mid‑20th century, Ankerglas developed a recognisable style: geometric moulding, floral motifs, and practical household forms made in clear, coloured, and occasionally opaque glass. The factory remained active until 1987, leaving behind a substantial catalogue of German pressed glass that now appears frequently in European collections and is valued for its sturdy, everyday charm.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- glas-musterbuch.de -- 20thcenturyglass.com
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Pattern Name:
Oliven,
Vase. 1937
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 9.8cm diameter, Base: 8.4cm diameter, Height: 19.7cm
Known colours: Blue, Clear, Green,
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Item Type:
Nude lady Figurine / Frog
Base 6cm diameter, Height 14.5cm
Known colours: Blue, Clear, Green. Pink
Bagley & Co.
Bagley & Co. began in 1871 in Knottingley, West Yorkshire, originally operating as Bagley, Wild & Co. and producing bottles for the rapidly expanding Victorian glass trade. By 1912, the firm had broadened into domestic pressed glass under The Crystal Glass Company, developing mould‑made tableware and decorative pieces that offered the look of cut crystal at accessible prices. The company’s most celebrated period came during the 1920s–1930s, when Bagley emerged as one of Britain’s leading producers of Art Deco pressed glass. Patterns such as Wyndham, Grantham, Whitby, and Queen’s Choice (named after Queen Mary’s 1924 purchase at the Wembley Exhibition) defined their reputation for pastel frosts, geometric forms, and refined mould work. Post‑war production continued under ranges like Crystaltynt, Jetique, and Crystopal, until the factory closed in 1975, leaving a legacy cherished by collectors of British glass.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- glas-musterbuch.de -- Bagley Glass, 4th ed., Angela Bowey -- 20thcenturyglass.com
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By Pattern:
1032, Victoria,
Candlesticks, 1930s-1950s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 5 cm diameter, Base: 9 cm diameter, Height: 15 cm,
Known colours: Clear, Blue, Frosted Blue, Amber and Green
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1032, Victoria
Ring Tray, 1930s-1950s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim diameter 7.5 cm, Base diameter 6.7 cm, Height 1.5 cm.
Known colours: Clear, Blue, Frosted Blue, Amber and Green
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1233, Ilkley
Brush Tray 1933-1959
Measurements (approx.):
Length: 32.5 cm, Width: 22 cm, Height: 2 cm, Weight: 933g
Known colours: Clear, Blue, Frosted Blue, Green, Uranium Green, Frosted Uranium Green, Amber, Frosted Amber, Pink, Frosted Pink
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1233, Ilkley,
Candlesticks 1933-1959
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 6 cm diameter, Base: 13 cm x 9 cm, Height: 16 cm, Weight: 789g
Known colours: Clear, Blue, Frosted Blue, Green, Uranium Green, Frosted Uranium Green, Amber, Frosted Amber, Pink, Frosted Pink
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1233, Ilkley,
Lidded Pot 1933-1959
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 9 cm × 6 cm, Height 2 cm
Pot: Rim 9 cm × 6 cm, Base 7 cm × 4 cm, Height 3 cm (including lid 4.5 cm)
Known colours: Clear, Blue, Frosted Blue, Green, Uranium Green, Frosted Uranium Green, Amber, Frosted Amber, Pink, Frosted Pink
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2231-2, David
Lidded pot, 1927-1975
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 10cm diameter, Height 3cm
Pot: Rim 9.3cm diameter, Base 7cm diameter, Height 5cm, Total height including lid: 7.5cm
Known colours: Clear, Green, Frosted Green.
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3002, Whitby
Candlesticks 1935-1950
Measurements (approx.):
Base: 9.5cm long, 5cm at widest, 2cm at narrowest, Height: 6.5cm, Weight: 600g (pair)
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Clear, Frosted Amber, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Frosted Pink, Frosted Uranium Green, Green, Pink, Uranium Green.
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3057, Bedford
Lidded pot, 1938-1975.
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 11cm x 11cm, Height 8cm
Pot: Rim 11cm x 11cm, Base 6.5cm x 6.5cm, Height 5cm (including lid 12.5cm)
Weight: 395g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Clear, Frosted Amber, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Frosted Pink, Green, Pink, Uranium Green,
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3061 Equinox
Posy bowl, 1938-1975
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 16 cm diameter, Base 6 × 6 cm (square), Height 7 cm, Weight – 524 g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Frosted Amber, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Green
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3061, Equinox,
Posy Vase 1938-1950s
Large:
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 5.5cm diameter, Body: 12.5cm diameter, Base: 7.5cm x 7.5cm, Height: 11.5cm, Weight: 702g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Frosted Amber, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Green, Uranium Green
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3061, Equinox,
Posy vase, 1938-1950s
Small:
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 5 cm diameter, Base: 6 × 6 cm (square), Height: 10 cm, Weight – 540 g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Frosted Amber, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Green, Uranium Green
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3078, Rutland 1938-1975
Brush Tray:
Measurements (approx.):
32cm x 21cm x 1cm (oval)
Known colours: Clear, pink, blue, green, amber, uranium green, also found in part-frosted colours and clear
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3078 Rutland, 1938-1975
Candlesticks:
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 4.5cm diameter, Base 8.5cm diameter, Height 13cm
Known colours: Clear, pink, blue, green, amber, uranium green, also found in part-frosted colours and clear
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3078, Rutland, 1938-1975
Large trinket pot:
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 9.3cm diameter, Height 5cm;
Pot: Rim 9cm diameter, Base 5.7cm diameter, Height including lid 9.5cm
Known colours: Clear, pink, blue, green, amber, uranium green, also found in part-frosted colours and clear
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3078 Rutland 1938-1975
Small trinket pots:
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 7.3cm diameter, Height 4cm;
Pot: Rim 7cm diameter, Base 4.8cm diameter, Height including lid 7.5cm
Known colours: Clear, pink, blue, green, amber, uranium green, also found in part-frosted colours and clear
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3085, Featherstone 1939-1950
Brush Tray,
Measurements:
32 cm x 19.8 cm x 1.2 cm, Weight: 924 g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Clear, Frosted Blue, Green, Pink, Uranium Green,
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3098, State, 1939-1975
Candlesticks,
Measurements:
Rim: 4.4 cm diameter, Base: 8 cm diameter, Height: 11.2 cm, Weight (pair): 530 g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Clear, Green, Pink,
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3013, Duchess, 1939-1975
Large Lidded Pot – Powder Pot
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 11.2 cm diameter, Height 8 cm
Pot: Rim 11.4 cm diameter, Base 8.5 cm across the feet, Height 5.7 cm, Total height with lid: 13.7 cm Weight: 593g
Known colours: Clear
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3013, Duchess,
Lidded Pot – Trinket Pot
Measurements:
Lid: Rim 9 cm diameter, Height 7.5 cm,
Pot: Rim 10 cm diameter, Base 7 cm across feet, Height 5 cm, Total height with lid 12 cm
Weight: 389 g
Known colours: Clear
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3013, Duchess
Ring Holder,
Measurements:
Rim: 7.6 cm diameter, Base: 5.4 cm across feet, Height: 4 cm, including central stalk 7 cm,
Weight: 145 g
Known Colours: Clear
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3169, Tulip, has the registration number 80054
Posy vase, 1953-1975
Large:
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 15 cm x 8 cm (oval), Base 9.8 cm x 4.9 cm (oval), Height 7 cm
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3169, Tulip,
Small:
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 10 cm × 5 cm, Base 6.5 cm × 3.7 cm, Height 6 cm
Known colours: Amber, Green, Blue, Jetique, Frosted Amber, Frosted Green, Frosted Blue.
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3174, Wheatsheaf Posy Vase, 1950s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 13cm x 9.5cm (oval), Base: 7.5cm diameter, Height: 10.5cm, Weight: 350g
Known colours: Pink
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3184, Butter Pat, 1964
Note: Pattern number 3184 from 1953 catalogue was renumbered 3149 in 1964, with this new design given the number 3184.
Measurements (approx.):
Rim diameter: 9 cm, Base diameter: 8 cm, Height: 3 cm, Weight: 215 g
Known colours, Clear, Pink,
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3185, Marquis,
Salad Bowl, 1953-1975
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 16.5 cm diameter, Base: 15 cm diameter, Height: 8.5 cm, Weight: 1056 g (1.05 kg)
Known colours: Clear,
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By Name:
Carnival 1950s
Dessert / fruit dish
Measurements (approx.):
Rim diameter: 13.5 cm, Base diameter: 7 cm, Height: 4.5 cm
Known colours: green, Uranium Green, Opalescent Green (one of the rearrest Bagley Colours), Harlequin,
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Leaf, Divided dish 1938-1975
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 19.5 cm x 21 cm (heart shaped), 23 cm including stalk, Height 3.5 cm
Known colours, Clear, Blue, Green, Pink
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Rabbit, 1930s -1950s
1 Pint
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 21 cm x 12.5 cm, Base: 7 cm x 4.3 cm, Height: 10 cm, Weight: 631g
Known colours: clear,
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Rabbit, 1930s -1950s
½ Pint
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 16cm x 9.2cm, Base: 6.4cm x 4.4cm, Height: 8cm, Weight: 420g
Known colours: Clear,
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Rabbit, 1930s -1950s
¼ Pint
Measurements approx.:
Rim 12.7cm x 7.7cm, Base 4.5cm x 3.5cm (oval), Height 6.5cm, Weight 196g.
Known colours: Clear,
Barnook (Jack L. Barnett, Leeds)
Barnook was a small Leeds‑based glassware brand associated with Jack L. Barnett, trading from Meadow Lane in the mid‑20th century. Surviving trade listings link Barnett directly to the Barnook name, suggesting a modest regional operation rather than a large‑scale factory. The company produced pressed domestic glass, including measuring glasses and celery vases, with at least one known design registered in 1936 (Registered Design No. 809140). Because Barnook operated on a small scale, few records were preserved, and no catalogues or advertisements are known to survive. Most of what is understood today comes from marked examples found on the secondary market and from scattered references in trade directories. Despite the limited documentation, Barnook represents one of Yorkshire’s lesser‑recorded glassmakers, contributing to the region’s tradition of practical, affordable household glass.
Sources:
Grace’s Guide -- Glass Message Board -- glasstrinketsets.com -- WorthPoint archived listings
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Item type:
Measuring glass
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 5 cm diameter, Base: 3.5 cm diameter, Height: 7 cm, Weight: 91 g
Known colours: Clear,
Brockwitz.
Brockwitz was a major German glassworks founded in 1903 in the village of Brockwitz, Saxony, operating under the name Glasfabrik Brockwitz AG. From its earliest years, the factory specialised in pressed domestic glass, producing an extensive catalogue of tableware, trinket sets, and decorative moulded pieces. During the 1910s–1930s, Brockwitz became one of Europe’s most prolific makers of patterned pressed glass. Their designs reflected the transition from Art Nouveau to Art Deco, with motifs such as radiating fans, stylised florals, scalloped rims, and paneled geometric forms. Many patterns were produced in multiple colours, including clear, amber, green, blue, and occasional pinks. Production slowed during World War II, and although the factory resumed work afterwards, changing tastes and increased competition led to a gradual decline. Brockwitz closed in the 1960s, leaving behind a highly collected body of early‑to‑mid‑20th‑century German pressed glass.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- glas-musterbuch.de -- 20thcenturyglass.com
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Pattern number:
3329
Brush Tray, 1940s
Measurements approx.:
29 cm x 21 cm x 3 cm, Weight: 1067g
Known colours: Frosted Green, Pink,
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4935,
Perfume / scent bottle
Measurements approx.:
Stopper: Rim 1.3 cm diameter, Width 3.5 cm, Height 10 cm
Bottle: Rim 2.8 cm diameter, Base 7.7 cm diameter, Height 8.5 cm (17 cm including stopper)
Weight: 325 g
Known colours: Amber, Blue, Clear, Green, Pink, Uranium Green.
Central Glass Works
Central Glass Works was an American glass manufacturer based in Wheeling, West Virginia, active during the early to mid‑20th century. The company produced a wide range of pressed and blown household glassware, including tableware, jugs, bowls, vases, and decorative pieces typical of the period. Their output often reflected the popular styles of the 1920s–1940s, with patterns ranging from simple utilitarian forms to more decorative moulded designs. Central Glass Works is also known for producing items for other companies and retailers, making some patterns difficult to attribute without catalogue comparison. The company’s activity declined as the American glass industry contracted in the mid‑century years, and production eventually ceased. Today, Central Glass Works pieces are collected for their characteristic moulding, period styling, and their place within the broader history of American pressed glass.
Sources:
American glass industry catalogues (early–mid 20th century) -- Museum of American Glass references -- Collector‑documented Central Glass Works pattern archives -- Contemporary trade listings and advertisements
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Pattern name:
Chippendale,
Jug, 1920s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 8 cm x 10 cm (oval), Base 9 cm diameter, Height 12.5 cm (14 cm to tip of lip), Weight: 642 g
Known colours: Clear, Uranium yellow,
Century.
Century Glass Works operated in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, from the early 1930s, producing affordable pressed domestic glass at a time when demand for practical yet decorative household wares was rising. The factory specialised in mould‑made tableware, trinket sets, jugs, bowls, and utility pieces that echoed the broader Art Deco aesthetic of the period, with simple geometric lines and soft pastel tints. Although smaller than neighbouring Yorkshire glasshouses, Century built a steady market through reliable quality and accessible pricing. Their output reflects the everyday glass of working‑ and middle‑class British homes between the 1930s and 1950s, making surviving pieces an evocative record of mid‑century domestic life. Production continued into the post‑war years before the company gradually declined, leaving behind a modest but distinctive body of collectible British pressed glass.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- Barnsley industrial trade references (archival summaries)
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By Pattern:
484, Margaret (full set)
1950s
Measurements (approx.):
Tray: 31.5cm x 20.5cm x 3.5cm
Powder pot: Lid: 10cm x 10cm, Height 7.5cm;
Pot: Rim 10cm x 10cm, Base 7.5cm x 7.5cm, Total height including lid 12cm
Ring holder:
Rim 7.5cm x 7.5cm, Height 3.6cm
Small lidded pots:
Lid: Rim 7.5cm x 7.5cm, Height 6cm;
Pot: Rim 7.5cm x 7.5cm, Base 5.5cm x 5.5cm, Total height including lid 9.7cm
Candlesticks:
Rim 4cm x 4cm, Base 8cm x 8cm, Height 10.5cm
Known colours: Clear, Pink, and Green
Chance Brothers.
Chance Brothers was one of Britain’s most significant glass manufacturers, founded in 1824 in Smethwick, Birmingham. Originally established as a small glassworks, the company expanded rapidly under the Chance family and became renowned for its technical innovation. By the mid‑19th century, Chance Brothers was producing sheet glass, optical glass, and lighthouse lenses, supplying Trinity House and exporting worldwide. The firm contributed to major Victorian engineering projects, most famously supplying the glass for the Crystal Palace at the Great Exhibition of 1851. In the 20th century, Chance developed a distinctive range of domestic wares, including opaline glass, screen‑printed designs, and the iconic handkerchief vases of the 1950s–1970s. These lightweight, colourful pieces reflected post‑war modern tastes and remain highly collectible today. Production continued into the 1980s, after which the factory closed, leaving a legacy that spans industrial, architectural, and decorative glassmaking.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- Chance Glassworks Heritage Trust -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- Grace’s Guide (Chance Brothers entry)
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Pattern Name:
Handkerchief Vase, 1969
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 15cm diameter
Base: 6.5cm diameter
Height: 10.5cm
Weight: 265g
Cristal d’Arques
Cristal d’Arques was introduced in 1968 as a modern, affordable crystal brand produced by the long‑established French glassmaker Arc International, based in Arques, Pas‑de‑Calais. The brand was created to bring the look and brilliance of lead crystal to a wider market, using innovative automated production methods that allowed for high clarity, sharp moulding, and consistent quality at accessible prices. Throughout the 1970s–1990s, Cristal d’Arques became internationally recognised for its cut‑style pressed crystal, including stemware, bowls, vases, and decorative table pieces. Patterns often echoed traditional cut‑glass motifs — diamonds, fans, stars, and vertical flutes — but were produced using modern techniques that made them durable and practical for everyday use. In the 2000s, the brand evolved into Cristal d’Arques Paris, shifting toward lead‑free crystal and updated contemporary designs. Today, vintage Cristal d’Arques pieces remain popular for their sparkle, weight, and nostalgic association with late‑20th‑century home entertaining.
Sources: – Arc International company history – Cristal d’Arques Paris – 20thcenturyglass.com – Grace’s Guide (Arc International references)
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Pattern Name:
Longchamp,
Bon-bon dish 1970s
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 13cm diameter, Height 7cm
Bowl: Rim 12.8cm diameter, Base 6.7cm diameter, Height 4cm, Total height including lid: 10.5cm
Weight: 691g (0.6kg)
Known colours: Clear,
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Longchamp
Candlesticks, 1980s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 5cm diameter, Base: 10.5cm diameter, Height: 16.5cm, Weight: 654g
Known colours: Clear,
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Vincennes,
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 10cm x 10cm (rounded square), Base 8cm diameter, Height 21cm, Weight: 424g
Known colours: Clear,
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Item Type:
Small square dish, 1970s
Measurements (approx.):
10cm x 10cm x 3.5cm
Known colours: Clear,
Crystalor
Very little is known about this maker. Crystalor is only identified through a small surviving label reading “Crystalor Made in England”. What may be significant is that the tray attributed to Crystalor is often found paired with the same pots and candlesticks as the Century trays, and that both Century and Crystalor pieces appear in the same three colours: pink, green and clear. Beyond these observations, no confirmed factory information or documented history has been established.
Sources: Glasstrinketsets.com
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Item type:
Brush tray, 1940s
Measurements (approx.):
Length: 28cm, Width: 18cm, Height: 2cm, Weight: 725g
Known colours: Clear, Green, Pink,
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Candlesticks, 1940s
Measurements (approx.):
Base 7.5 cm x 7.5 cm, Height 4 cm
Known colours: Clear, Green, Pink,
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Powder Pot, 1940s
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 8.5cm diameter, Height 6cm
Pot: Rim 10.2cm diameter, Base 9cm diameter, Height 4.5cm; Total height including lid 10cm
Weight: 475g
Known colours: Clear, Green, Pink,
Full dressing table set
Dartington
Dartington Crystal was founded in 1967 in Torrington, North Devon, as part of the Dartington Hall Trust’s mission to bring skilled craft employment to rural communities. The company began with a team of Scandinavian glassmakers — many from Sweden — whose influence shaped Dartington’s early aesthetic: clean lines, heavy bases, and modernist simplicity. Throughout the 1970s–1990s, Dartington became known for its high‑quality hand‑blown lead crystal, producing vases, bowls, jugs, and tableware that balanced functional design with a calm, contemporary elegance. Designers such as Frank Thrower played a central role, creating iconic forms including the FT series, which remain highly collected today. Dartington continued to evolve into the 21st century, shifting toward lead‑free crystal and expanding into giftware and limited‑edition studio pieces. Despite industry challenges, the Torrington factory remains active, making Dartington one of the few surviving British glassmakers still producing hand‑made crystal in the UK.
Sources:
Dartington Crystal (official history) -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- Grace’s Guide (Dartington entry) -- Museum of North Devon archives -- Frank Thrower design catalogues
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Pattern number
FT123, Honey / preserve pot (Frank Thrower designed) 1971.
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 9cm diameter, Height 5.5cm
Pot: Rim 9.6cm diameter, Base 9.7cm diameter, Height 8cm, Height including lid: 13cm
Weight: 483g
Known colours: Clear
Davidson.
Davidson, formally George Davidson & Co., was founded in 1867 at the Teams Glass Works in Gateshead, Tyne & Wear. The company quickly became one of Britain’s leading producers of pressed domestic glass, known for its reliable quality, distinctive mould work, and wide catalogue of tableware, trinket sets, and decorative household pieces. In 1923, Davidson introduced its most famous innovation: cloud glass, created by adding darker streaks of molten glass to a lighter base. This technique produced swirling, marbled patterns unique to each piece and became one of the defining British glass styles of the Art Deco period. Alongside cloud glass, Davidson continued to produce clear and coloured pressed wares, often with geometric or floral motifs characteristic of early‑to‑mid‑20th‑century design. The factory remained active until 1987, when production ceased and the Teams Glass Works closed. Today, Davidson glass — especially cloud glass patterns such as 203, 204, and 268 — is highly collected for its craftsmanship, colour, and place in British glassmaking history.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- glas-musterbuch.de -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- Grace’s Guide (Davidson entry) -- Davidson Glass (Angela Bowey)
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Pattern number:
204
Optic, Posy Bowl, 1935-1954
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 19cm diameter, Base: 6.5cm diameter, Height: 4cm, Weight: 439g
Known colours: Amber, Green,
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204D
Posy Bowl 1930s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 17 cm diameter, Base: 6.8 cm diameter, Height: 5 cm, Weight: 300 g
Known colours: Amber, Amber Cloud, Green, Green Cloud,
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283,
Bowl
Measurements (approx.):
Rim 12.5 cm diameter, Base 8 cm diameter, Height 7.5 cm, Weight 373 g
Known colours, Amber, Amber Cloud, Blue, Blue Cloud, Green, Green Cloud, Jade, Purple Cloud,
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295. Chevron
Vase, Medium, 1940s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 8.5cm diameter, Base: 8cm diameter, Height: 16.5cm, Weight: 491g
Known colours: Blue, Clear, Frosted, Frosted Blue, Frosted Green, Frosted Pink, Green, Pink,
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330
Brush Tray, 1934-1942
Measurements (approx.):
33cm x 20cm x 3cm, Weight: 1104g (1.1kg)
Known colours: Amber cloud, Green Cloud, Pink Cloud,
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330
Candlesticks, 1934-1942
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 5.5cm diameter, Base: 11cm diameter, Height: 9cm, Weight: 640g (0.6kg)
Known colours: Amber cloud, Green Cloud, Pink Cloud,
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330
Powder pot, 1934-1942
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: Rim 12.5cm diameter, Height 6cm
Bowl: Rim 12.5cm diameter, Base 7.5cm diameter, Height 6.7cm (including lid 12cm),
Weight: 525g (0.5kg)
Known colours: Amber cloud, Green Cloud, Pink Cloud,
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660, Chippendale
Brush Tray 1903s
Measurements (approx.):
28 cm x 19 cm x 2 cm, Weight: 1127 g
Known colours, Clear,
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1187
Chippendale 1930s
Perfume bottle with stopper
Measurements (approx.):
Stopper: 1 cm diameter, Height 8 cm
Bottle: 4 cm rim diameter, 5 cm base diameter, Height 11.5 cm (17.5 cm including stopper)
Weight: 239 g
Known colours: Clear,
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1547
Chippendale 1930s
Lidded pot
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: 6.5 cm diameter, Height 2 cm
Pot: 6.5 cm diameter, Height 7 cm (8.5 cm including lid)
Weight: 234 g
Known colours: Clear,
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1907 TD
Flower bowl 1930s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 12.5 cm diameter, Base: 7 cm diameter, Height: 5 cm, Weight: 269 g
Known colours: Amber, Green,
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1910B
Flower Bowl 1930s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 33.5cm diameter, Base: 10.7cm diameter, Height: 8.5cm, Weight: 1003g (1kg)
Known Colours: Amber cloud,
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Pattern Name:
Jacobean,
Jug 1930s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 13.5 cm x 10 cm, Base: 10 cm x 7.5 cm, Height: 16 cm to tip of spout, 12 cm to rim of body
Weight: 951 g
Known colours: Amber, Clear, Green
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Jacobean
Liqueur Glasses and tray
Measurements (approx.):
Tray: 19cm x 11cm x 2cm
Glasses: Rim 4.5cm diameter, Base 3.5cm diameter, Height 4.5cm
Weight: 688g (whole set)
Known colours: Clear,
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Item Type:
Chippendale Basket 1930s
Measurements approx.:
Rim 19.5 cm × 10 cm (oval), Base diameter 8.5 cm, Height to rim 10 cm Total height 25 cm
Weight: 800 g
Known colours: Clear,
Edinburgh and Leith Glass Company
The Edinburgh and Leith Flint Glass Company traces its origins to the 18th century, with early glassmaking activity in Leith recorded from the 1740s. A formal flint‑glass works was established in 1773 by James Rankin, and the company expanded through the 19th century, including the construction of the Leith Walk Glassworks in 1864.
In 1876, the firm moved to larger premises at Norton Park, Abbey Hill, operating a 12‑pot furnace and gaining recognition for decorated tableware, including pieces admired at the 1878 Paris Exhibition.
During World War I, production shifted from tableware to electric light bulbs, miniature lamps for miners’ helmets, signalling lamps, and wireless valves.
In 1920, the company was acquired by British Glass Industries, associated with Webb’s Crystal Glass Co. Ltd. The name Edinburgh and Leith Flint Glass Co. was retained until 1955, when it became Edinburgh Crystal Glass.
Archaeological work in Leith has uncovered structural remains of the earlier Edinburgh and Leith Glass Works, including parts of the large 18th‑century furnace cones that once dominated the skyline.
Sources:
Grace’s Guide: Edinburgh and Leith Flint Glass Co. -- Archaeology World: Traces of 18th‑Century Glass Factory Uncovered in Scotland
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Item Type:
Candlesticks, 1920s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim diameter: 4 cm, Base diameter: 9 cm, Height: 8.6 cm and 8.8 cm, Weight: 403 g
Known colours: Clear,
Enesco
Enesco is an American giftware and collectibles company established in the mid‑20th century, best known for producing a wide range of figurines, ornaments, and decorative household items. The company originally operated as a distributor of imported giftware before expanding into its own branded lines. Enesco became widely recognised from the 1970s onwards for popular collectible ranges such as Precious Moments, Cherished Teddies, and various licensed character pieces. Although primarily associated with ceramics and resin giftware, Enesco has also produced glass items and distributed glass made by other manufacturers. Their output is broad and varied, reflecting changing tastes in decorative giftware across the late 20th century.
Sources: – Enesco company history (corporate archives and public company records) – Collectors’ documentation of Enesco product lines and distribution history
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Item Type:
Crystal glass bell 1980s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 7.3cm diameter, Height: 18cm, Weight: 234g
Known colours: Clear,
Ernst Buder.
Ernst Buder was a German glass manufacturer active during the mid‑20th century, producing a wide range of pressed crystal and household glassware. Based in what was then East Germany, the factory became known for its clean geometric mould work, sharply cut‑style detailing, and practical domestic forms such as trinket pots, candlesticks, bowls, and table accessories. Production peaked during the 1950s–1970s, when Buder’s designs reflected the post‑war preference for durable, sparkling pressed glass that echoed traditional cut crystal but could be made efficiently for everyday use. Many pieces were produced in clear crystal, though coloured examples also appear. The factory closed in 1987, and with no surviving catalogues or central archive, much of Buder’s output is identified today through pattern numbers, collector research, and comparison with known examples. As a result, pieces like pattern 570 (trinket pot) and pattern 357 (square candlesticks) have become increasingly sought after for their clarity, weight, and mid‑century charm.
Sources:
glasstrinketsets.com -- pressedglas-pavillon.de -- glas-musterbuch.de -- Collector‑documented pattern references -- German mid‑century pressed glass research notes
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Pattern number:
357,
Candlesticks 1950s
Measurements approx.:
Rim: 3.5 cm x 3.5 cm, Base: 7.5 cm x 7.5 cm, Height: 14 cm, Weight: 643 g (pair)
Known colours: Clear,
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560,
Lidded Powder Bowl, 1960s
Measurements (approx.):
Lid: 12.5cm x 7.5cm, Height 10cm
Pot: 12.5cm x 7.5cm, Base 10.5cm x 7.5cm, Height 4cm, Total height including lid: 13.5cm
Weight: 408g
Known colours: Clear,
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570,
Brush Tray, 1950s
Measurements (approx.):
30cm x 19.5cm x 2cm, Weight: 1238g (1.2kg)
Known colours: Clear,
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570.
Lidded Pot, 1950s
Measurements approx.:
Pot: Rim 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm, Base 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm, Height 4.3 cm
Lid: Rim 8.5 cm x 8.5 cm, Height 9 cm; Total height 13 cm
Weight: 387 g
Known colours: Clear,
Eternal Crystal
Very little is known about this name. Eternal Crystal appears only through small adhesive labels found on a range of late‑20th‑century giftware items, most commonly clear or coloured pressed‑glass trinket sets, bowls, and decorative pieces. No confirmed factory information, production dates, or country of origin have been established. The label is typically gold‑foil with the wording “Eternal Crystal”, and pieces attributed to this name are generally considered to be imported giftware rather than the output of a documented glassworks. At present, no catalogues, trademarks, or manufacturer records have been identified that link Eternal Crystal to a specific maker.
Sources:
Glasstrinketsets.com
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Item Type:
Dinner Bell, 1980s
Measurements (approx.):
Rim: 6cm diameter, Height: 13cm, Weight: 114g
Known colours, Clear,
Fenton.
Fenton Art Glass was founded in 1905 in Williamstown, West Virginia, by brothers Frank L. and John W. Fenton. Originally a decorating company that purchased blanks from other glassworks, Fenton soon began producing its own glass and quickly became known for its rich colours and expressive surface treatments. In 1907, Fenton introduced carnival glass, a pressed glass with an iridescent finish that became one of the most iconic American glass styles of the early 20th century. Patterns such as Grapes & Cable, Peacock, and Holly helped define the era, and Fenton’s early marigold, amethyst, and cobalt pieces remain highly collected today. Throughout the mid‑century, Fenton expanded into hobnail, milk glass, opaline, and a wide range of hand‑crafted decorative wares. Their emphasis on hand‑finishing, moulded detail, and distinctive colour recipes - including Burmese, Rosalene, and Plum Opalescent, set them apart from mass‑market producers. Despite industry challenges, Fenton continued producing art glass until 2011, when traditional glassmaking ceased. The company still operates in a limited capacity, producing jewellery and small‑batch items, but its historic output remains a cornerstone of American collectible glass.
Sources:
Fenton Family website -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- Carnival Glass Worldwide -- Standard Fenton pattern references -- U.S. glassmaking historical archives
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Fostoria
Fostoria Glass Company was founded in 1887 in Fostoria, Ohio, before relocating shortly afterwards to Moundsville, West Virginia, where it remained for the rest of its working life. Known for its high‑quality pressed and blown tableware, Fostoria became one of the most successful American glassmakers of the 20th century, producing elegant, durable pieces that were widely used in homes, hotels, and formal dining settings. The company’s most famous pattern, American (introduced in 1915), features a distinctive cube‑and‑diamond motif and became one of the longest‑running and most recognisable glass patterns in the United States. Alongside American, Fostoria produced a wide range of etched, cut, and moulded designs, often in clear crystal but also in soft colours such as amber, azure, and pink. Fostoria continued to innovate through the mid‑century, expanding into stemware, decorative pieces, and giftware. Despite its popularity, the factory closed in 1986, with many moulds and designs later acquired by other companies. Today, Fostoria remains highly collected for its clarity, craftsmanship, and timeless tableware forms.
Sources:
Fostoria Glass Company history -- 20thcenturyglass.com -- U.S. glassmaking archives -- Collector pattern references (including Americanand mid‑century lines)
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Gorham Crystal
Gorham Crystal was produced under the umbrella of the Gorham Manufacturing Company, a long‑established American firm best known for its sterling silver. Founded in 1831 in Providence, Rhode Island, Gorham expanded into fine crystal during the mid‑20th century, offering elegant stemware, bowls, vases, and decorative pieces designed to complement its silver tableware. Much of Gorham’s crystal was made in partnership with European glasshouses — particularly in West Germany, France, and Eastern Europe — where skilled factories produced high‑clarity lead crystal to Gorham’s specifications. The resulting pieces often feature cut‑style patterns, faceted stems, and traditional American formal‑dining silhouettes, reflecting the company’s emphasis on quality and refinement. Gorham Crystal remained popular through the 1970s–1990s, especially for wedding gifts and formal dining sets. Production gradually declined as tastes shifted and the company changed ownership, but vintage Gorham crystal is still appreciated for its clarity, weight, and classic styling.
Sources:
Gorham Manufacturing Company history -- U.S. tableware and silverware archives -- Collector references for mid‑century American crystal -- Manufacturer catalogues and retailer listings (1950s–1990s)
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Heisey
The A.H. Heisey Company was founded in 1895 in Newark, Ohio, by Augustus H. Heisey, a former glass salesman who built the firm into one of America’s most respected producers of high‑quality pressed and blown crystal. From the beginning, Heisey emphasised clarity, precision moulding, and elegant design, creating tableware and decorative pieces that balanced practicality with refined craftsmanship. Heisey’s glass is instantly recognisable for its exceptional brilliance and the company’s distinctive “H within a diamond” trademark, introduced in 1901. Popular patterns such as Crystolite, Orchid, Ridgeleigh, and Yeoman became staples of American homes throughout the 1920s–1950s, admired for their crisp lines, balanced proportions, and subtle Art Deco or floral influences. The company remained family‑run until it closed in 1957, after which many of its moulds were acquired by Imperial Glass. Today, Heisey pieces are highly collected for their clarity, weight, and the unmistakable quality of their finishing, from polished seams to finely executed handles, stems, and feet.
Sources:
Heisey Collectors of America -- U.S. glassmaking archives -- Standard Heisey pattern references -- Museum of American Glass (Newark, Ohio)
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Pattern Number:
1540, Lariat.
Candelabras (3 candles), 1942-1957
Measurements (approx.):
Candle holder rim: 3.7cm diameter
Length: 18cm, Width: 3.7cm, Base: 13cm diameter, Height: 18cm, Weight: 1564g (1.5kg) the pair.
Known colours, Clear,
Hermanova Hut
Hermanova Hut was a Czech glassworks active during the mid‑20th century, known for its bold, sculptural pressed‑glass designs. Operating within the broader framework of the Czechoslovak state glass industry, the factory produced a wide range of domestic wares — bowls, vases, ashtrays, and table pieces — often characterised by geometric moulding, deep relief patterns, and the distinctive clarity associated with Bohemian crystal. The factory’s output is closely linked with the design language of the 1950s–1970s, when Czech glassmakers embraced modernist forms that balanced practicality with expressive surface texture. Many Hermanova Hut pieces are now attributed through pattern numbers and comparative research, as surviving catalogues are limited. Hermanova Hut later became part of the Borske Sklo group, and some designs continued under different factory names as the Czechoslovak glass industry consolidated. Today, the factory’s pressed‑glass pieces are appreciated for their weight, clarity, and unmistakably mid‑century Czech aesthetic.
Sources:
Sklo Union / Czech pressed glass archives -- glas-musterbuch.de -- Czech design museum
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