Collectibles Past & Present » Collecting http://collectiblespastandpresent.com Antiques - Modern Collectibles Fri, 25 Dec 2009 05:05:43 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Antique Depression Glass Is Still Popular http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/antique-depression-glass-is-still-popular/ http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/antique-depression-glass-is-still-popular/#comments Fri, 25 Dec 2009 04:15:48 +0000 admin http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/?p=31 Antique depression glass as you might guess got name and notoriety by being produced and sold as a fairly inexpensive pressed glass sold during the time in history known as the Great depression. It was a formal and decorative dinnerware that was far less expensive than imported European china or crystal glassware and much more widely available to the common household.

Today Antique Depression glass has become quite a valuable collectible and while still far less expensive than quality crystal or porcelain it is still widely in demand. Many have fallen in love with the many different patterns and colors after seeing them in their Grandmothers china cupboards or when used on special occasions during the holidays. For some like my wife completing an entire set of pink cherry blossom Depression glass has become an obsession. She was given a nice pink depression cookie jar as a gift from my mother that had been passed down through the generations of our family. That’s all it took to set her on a mission of seeking out an entire set of this pale pink glassware. Today one of her most prized possessions is a hard to find pink whiskey shot glass that she found at a local estate sale.

Pink Depression Glass For Sale

DEPRESSION GLASS PINK COVERED CANDY DISH / BOWL
US $17.05 (4 Bids)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:10:50 PDT
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Depression Glass Hardware Door Drawer Handle Pulls 3"cc
US $6.50
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:47:15 PDT
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Mayfair Pink Depression Glass cakeplate with handles
US $48.00
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:00:30 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $48.00
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Pink depression glass ancient dolphin candlestick
US $16.50 (1 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:09:50 PDT
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Two Pink Depression Glass Reproduction Cups
US $9.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:12:12 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $9.99
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Wonderful Large Pink Depression Glass Cake Plate NICE!
US $39.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:13:46 PDT
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Depression glassware comes in many different shades and colors including a crystal clear, milky white, pale pink, ruby red, yellow, dark green and light green, cobalt blue, amber and yellow. Prices for each of these different colors of antique glass varies greatly depending upon its rarity. Pink depression glass, ruby red, and the green glass are among the most popular. The most expensive pieces are those that were the easiest to break over the years and as such are far more difficult to find in mint condition today. Shot glasses, cookie jars with intact lids, butter dishes, covered candy bowls, three legged bowls, water pitchers, salt and pepper sets, and just about any piece of depression glass that had a lid, cover or thin handles will fetch much more on the antique market than common pieces like dinner plates, cups and saucers.

Green Depression Glass For Sale

DEPRESSION GLASS PINK COVERED CANDY DISH / BOWL
US $17.05 (4 Bids)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:10:50 PDT
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Depression Glass Hardware Door Drawer Handle Pulls 3"cc
US $6.50
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:47:15 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $6.50
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Mayfair Pink Depression Glass cakeplate with handles
US $48.00
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:00:30 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $48.00
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Pink depression glass ancient dolphin candlestick
US $16.50 (1 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:09:50 PDT
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Two Pink Depression Glass Reproduction Cups
US $9.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:12:12 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $9.99
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Wonderful Large Pink Depression Glass Cake Plate NICE!
US $39.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:13:46 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $39.99
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Some of the most popular patterns available are cherry blossom, open lace, princess or miss America depression glass, open rose, cabbage rose and a diamond pattern. It takes a pretty good knowledge of all the different types of patterns and colors to be able to identify and estimate their value when looking for them at garage sales, flea markets or estate sales. One way of recognizing pieces is to learn the markings of the companies that produced them such as the common anchor marking on pieces of Hocking glass. Knowing which patterns specific companies made can also aid greatly in both identifying and estimating their worth. If your looking to get into the business of collecting and selling antique depression era you should become very familiar with Hocking, Westmoreland, Fenton, Jeannette Glass Company, Federal Glass, Parrot (Sylvan), Indiana Glass, and many others. There are books produced for just about every maker of depression glass that can be found online, local book stores and just about any antique mall or shop than help you become familiar with each companies collection of glassware
Yellow, Amber, Ruby Red and Other Colors of Depression Glass For Sale
DEPRESSION GLASS PINK COVERED CANDY DISH / BOWL
US $17.05 (4 Bids)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:10:50 PDT
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Depression Glass Hardware Door Drawer Handle Pulls 3"cc
US $6.50
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 21:47:15 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $6.50
Buy it now | Add to watch list
Mayfair Pink Depression Glass cakeplate with handles
US $48.00
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:00:30 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $48.00
Buy it now | Add to watch list
Pink depression glass ancient dolphin candlestick
US $16.50 (1 Bid)
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 22:09:50 PDT
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Two Pink Depression Glass Reproduction Cups
US $9.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:12:12 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $9.99
Buy it now | Add to watch list
Wonderful Large Pink Depression Glass Cake Plate NICE!
US $39.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:13:46 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $39.99
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]]> http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/antique-depression-glass-is-still-popular/feed/ 0 Coke Santa Trays and Polar Bear Collectibles http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/coke-santa-trays-and-polar-bear-collectibles/ http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/coke-santa-trays-and-polar-bear-collectibles/#comments Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:51:24 +0000 admin http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/?p=18 Building upon the long history of vintage advertising trays the like the Coke Santa trays, Coca Cola also came out with a huge marketing campaign utilizing a polar bear which has in recent years become a very highly collectaible Christmas item. Both the vintage coke trays depicting the modern Santa Claus and the cute and cuddly coke polar bears dawning a red scarf. Coke has become one of the most effective companies at utilizing Christmas to market their already popular products. While the vintage coke Santa trays can fetch quite a handsome price on the antiques and collectible market those wanting to own one can also opt for the more modern reproduction coke trays which can be purchased for under $10 at most large retail outlets. The coke polar bear while it hasnt been around for nearly as long in some cases will still bring a premium amoung those collecting both stuffed animals and Christmas related collectibles. I suspect that much like the antique coke trays these advertising collectible polar bears will one day become a widely sought after prize among collectors. You can still find both of these products are readily available in just about any store carrying the Coke brand products but the harder to find pieces that are dated or are no longer in production can usually only be found at antique malls and online auction sites. Below is just a sample of the many different Coke Christmas collectibles that can be found on ebay.

Coca-Cola Santa Trays And Polar Bear Collectibles For Sale

ALWAYS COOL Coca-Cola Polar Coke Bear Animation NIB '94
US $59.99
End Date: Tuesday Sep-07-2010 23:15:00 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $59.99
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Coke Santa Ornament for Christmas Tree
US $4.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 10:05:36 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $9.00
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PLAYING CARDS-C1998-US-COKE-SANTA SET
US $9.99
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 11:53:55 PDT
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COCA COLA COKE BEAR men's tie basketball PATRIOTIC
US $4.99
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 16:21:56 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $4.99
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Coca Cola Coke Santa Christmas Holiday Metal Ad Sign
US $14.98
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 16:29:47 PDT
Buy It Now for only: US $14.98
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COCA COLA COKE Santa NEEDLEPOINT CHRISTMAS STOCKING
US $7.99 (0 Bid)
End Date: Wednesday Sep-08-2010 18:14:30 PDT
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]]> http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/coke-santa-trays-and-polar-bear-collectibles/feed/ 0 How Do Antiques Differ From Collectibles http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/how-do-antiques-differ-from-collectibles/ http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/how-do-antiques-differ-from-collectibles/#comments Tue, 06 Oct 2009 18:46:24 +0000 admin http://collectiblespastandpresent.com/?p=7 Many times when the topic of Collectibles comes up people immediately thing your are talking about antiques. While antiques are a type of collectible there are plenty of other items both modern and vintage that make up the vast majority of things that can be classified as collectible.

Antiques by my definition are things that are 200 years or older. Anything that doesnt have that type of age is in my option considered either a vintage or modern collectible.  Many times when people refer to antiques it is assumed they are talking about furniture or glassware.  However books, parchments, maps, prints, paintings, coins, jewelry are often time far more valuable than antique furniture or glassware.  It is my intent to discuss many types of collectible antiques and cover the specifics of each that make them highly desirable by collectors.

Vintage Collectibles fall in the age of 10-199 years old and like antiques can be just about anything that a person desires to own.  Often a personal relationships from the past, life experiences and childhood memories dictate what becomes collectible in each individuals mind.  The value of vintage collectibles vary widely depending upon the individuals personal attachment to the item in question.  Some collectibles like coins and jewelry among others gain their value from the precious metals and gems that they are made from.  An items history such as previous owners, its significance with a historical event or how famous its creator is can also have a huge factor.  A print produced by Atkinson Fox, a vase signed by the painter or silver stamped by a well known silver smith for example will fetch far more money on the collectible and antique market than one that doesnt have such distinguishing features.

Modern things that become collectibles are often determined by a fads, trends, scarcity, or other popular culture events. Just because something is highly collected today doesn’t mean that it will remain so as time passes.  At one time there was a huge demand for those McDonald’s erasers that came in happy meals, but they are rarely thought of as highly collectible any longer.  Talking Elmo a toy that was quite hard to find the first year it was produced maintained a high price tag for quite sometime do solely to its scarcity and overwhelming demand by the consumers. While the Elmo dolls may hold a spot in the hearts of toy collectors for years to come there may come a time when they are considered worthless.  Today’s collectables seem to be driven by consumers with almost a cult like desire to acquire the item in question.  Without this big demand by consumers to own them, most modern items just remain another piece of personal property with a value based on its usefulness to the individual.

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